Deportivo Tachira secure 2-1 away win over Caracas FC in Venezuela Primera Division

Deportivo Tachira claimed a valuable 2-1 away victory against Caracas FC in the Venezuela Primera Division on 25 October 2026, producing a composed second-half comeback at the Estadio Olímpico de la UCV. Caracas FC started brightly and took the lead, but Deportivo Tachira responded with greater authority after the break and found the winning goal late in the contest.

The result gives Deportivo Tachira an important boost in the Primera Division standings and adds another competitive chapter to one of Venezuelan football’s most closely watched fixtures. For Caracas FC, the defeat will sting, especially after an encouraging opening period in front of their home supporters.

Match overview

Caracas FC began with intent, pressing high and looking to use the width of the pitch to stretch Deportivo Tachira’s defensive block. The home side’s early energy was rewarded when Jhonny Castellanos opened the scoring in the 27th minute, finishing calmly after a quick move down the left created space inside the penalty area.

Deportivo Tachira grew into the game as the first half wore on. Their midfield began to win more second balls, and the away side started to force Caracas FC deeper. The equaliser arrived in the 58th minute when Mauro Córdoba connected with a well-delivered cross and guided his header beyond the goalkeeper. From that point, Deportivo Tachira looked the more likely side to score again.

Key moments

• 27’ – Caracas FC take the lead: Jhonny Castellanos finished off a flowing move, giving the home side an early advantage.
• 42’ – Tachira warning: A shot from distance forced a diving save as Deportivo Tachira began to find rhythm before half-time.
• 58’ – Tachira equalise: Mauro Córdoba headed home from a precise cross to level the score at 1-1.
• 81’ – Tachira winner: Edwin Rivas found space at the edge of the box and struck a low finish into the corner to make it 2-1.
• 90+3’ – Late save: Deportivo Tachira’s goalkeeper denied Caracas FC an equaliser with a strong reaction save in stoppage time.

Tactical story

Caracas FC’s early pressing caused problems, but Deportivo Tachira adjusted well by dropping their midfielders into deeper positions and forcing the home side to play wider than they wanted. That change helped Tachira control the central areas after the interval and limited Caracas FC’s ability to create clear chances through the middle.

Deportivo Tachira’s second-half improvement was built on quicker ball movement and more aggressive runs from midfield. Their equaliser came from exactly that approach, with a wide overload creating the space for a cross into the box. The winner was a reward for their persistence, as they kept pushing while Caracas FC struggled to regain the initiative.

Standout players

Mauro Córdoba was central to Deportivo Tachira’s comeback, not only for his equalising goal but also for his link-up play and work rate. Edwin Rivas made the decisive contribution with the winning goal and stretched the Caracas defence throughout the second half. For Caracas FC, Jhonny Castellanos was the brightest attacking threat and took his goal well, while the home side’s goalkeeper made several important saves to keep the match alive until the closing stages.

Table and season impact

The away win strengthens Deportivo Tachira’s position in the Venezuela Primera Division standings and gives the squad momentum heading into their next fixtures. Caracas FC remain with work to do after a home defeat, though the performance offered positives in attack. With the league table remaining competitive, the result could prove significant when the season’s final standings are decided.

For Deportivo Tachira, the 2-1 victory is also a statement of resilience: they conceded first, weathered pressure, and found a way to win away from home. Caracas FC will need to respond quickly, but this match will be remembered for Tachira’s second-half control and their late composure in front of goal.