Our Deportivo Tachira vs Estudiantes Merida Prediction: 2-1
Deportivo Tachira vs Estudiantes Merida in the Venezuela Primera Division is scheduled for an 21:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday March 21, 2026. We’re backing a 2-1 home win, but with both sides regularly hitting the scoreboard, BTTS is a strong option for bettors.
This Deportivo Tachira vs Estudiantes Merida prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Deportivo Tachira's Last Match – Caracas vs Deportivo Tachira
Determined to maintain their recent success, Deportivo Tachira must win following their 1-0 Venezuela Primera Division victory against Caracas on March 7. In that match, Deportivo Tachira recorded 50% possession, firing 5 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Caracas | 50% | 0 (5) | - | 31 |
 Deportivo Tachira | 50% | 0 (5) | - | 40 |
Estudiantes Merida's Last Match – Estudiantes Merida vs Deportivo La Guaira
Estudiantes Merida must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 0-1 Venezuela Primera Division defeat against Deportivo La Guaira on March 6. In that match, Estudiantes Merida had 50% possession and 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Estudiantes Merida | 50% | 0 (3) | - | 33 |
 Deportivo La Guaira | 50% | 0 (2) | - | 55 |
Deportivo Tachira vs Estudiantes Merida Stats
Key Stats
| Deportivo Tachira | Estudiantes Merida | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.19 | Attacking Strength | 1.11 |
| 0.65 | Defence Strength | 1.11 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 1.3 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1 | Average Scored | 1.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Deportivo Tachira are averaging 1.0 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per match, while Estudiantes Merida average 1.4 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.