Aragua FC 1–2 Monagas B: Late Drama in Venezuela Segunda División

Monagas B secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Aragua FC in an intense encounter at the Estadio Olímpico Hermanos Ghersi Páez on June 7, 2026, in the Venezuela Segunda División. The result saw the visitors climb the standings, while Aragua were left to rue missed opportunities in a match that burst into life in the second half.

The opening period was a cautious affair, with both sides feeling each other out in the humid evening conditions. Aragua FC, playing in front of their home supporters, had the better of the early exchanges but could not find a way past the Monagas B defence. The deadlock was finally broken shortly before the hour mark. A swift counter-attack from Monagas B saw their winger cut inside from the left and fire a low shot into the far corner, leaving the Aragua goalkeeper with no chance.

Trailing by a goal, Aragua responded with renewed urgency. Their pressure paid off in the 72nd minute when a well-worked set piece led to a header from centre-back Carlos Márquez, who powered home from six yards to level the score. The stadium erupted, and Aragua looked the more likely to push for a winner.

However, Monagas B had other ideas. With just over ten minutes remaining, a defensive mix-up in the Aragua backline allowed Monagas B substitute Jhon Rivas to pounce on a loose ball and slot past the onrushing keeper. Aragua threw bodies forward in the closing stages but could not find an equaliser, leaving the traveling Monagas B supporters celebrating a crucial away victory.

The win moved Monagas B into mid-table security, while Aragua FC remain in a congested battle to avoid relegation. Both teams will look to build on their performances in the weeks ahead.