

Yaracuyanos 1-2 Deportivo Lara | Venezuela Segunda Division | 3 May 2026
Deportivo Lara came from behind to claim a vital 2-1 victory over Yaracuyanos in the Venezuela Segunda Division, keeping their promotion hopes firmly alive. The match was a tightly contested affair, with both sides showing plenty of fight, but Lara's quality in the final third ultimately told.
Match Summary
Yaracuyanos started brightly and took a surprise lead in the 18th minute. A long ball over the top caught the Lara defence napping, and the home striker held off his marker before firing low into the corner. The goal sparked a period of pressure from Yaracuyanos, who could have doubled their lead but were denied by a sharp save from the Lara goalkeeper.
Lara's Comeback
Deportivo Lara grew into the game as the first half wore on. They equalized just before the break, in the 42nd minute, when a well-worked free-kick was headed home at the back post. The goal gave Lara momentum heading into the second half.
The visitors completed the turnaround in the 67th minute. A quick passing move carved open the Yaracuyanos defence, and Lara's top scorer made no mistake from close range. Yaracuyanos pushed for an equalizer late on but could not find a way through a resolute Lara backline.
Season Implications
The win lifts Deportivo Lara to 4th in the Segunda Division standings, keeping them within striking distance of the promotion spots. Yaracuyanos remain in 9th place, and while they are not in immediate danger, they must start converting draws into wins to climb the table.
Player of the Match
Lara's goalscorer was the hero, but his midfield partner also deserves credit for controlling the tempo after the equalizer. For Yaracuyanos, the left-back had a solid game but was ultimately on the losing side.