Zamora Barinas 2-0 Universidad Central de Venezuela
Venezuelan Primera División | Saturday, 23 August 2026

Zamora Barinas extended their solid start to the Venezuelan Primera División season with a commanding 2-0 victory over Universidad Central de Venezuela at their home fortress. The result was built on defensive discipline and ruthless efficiency in the final third, as the two-time league champions controlled the contest from start to finish.

The hosts took the lead midway through the first half after a sustained period of pressure. A well-delivered corner into the penalty area was only half cleared, allowing Zamora midfielder Kevin Delgado to lash the ball into the net from the edge of the box. UCV, to their credit, responded well and began to see more of the ball, but they rarely troubled the Zamora goalkeeper before the interval.

Key moments

• 26’ — Goal (Zamora): Kevin Delgado finishes emphatically after a scrambled clearance from a corner.
• 51’ — Goal (Zamora): A quick counter-attack doubles the lead as striker Yonathan Parra slots home a one-on-one.
• 67’ — UCV chance: The visitors’ best moment of the match sees a volley sail narrowly wide of the post.
• 79’ — Save: Zamora’s goalkeeper reacts well to push a curling free-kick around the post.

How the game was won

Zamora’s plan was clear from the first whistle: press UCV high, win the ball early, and move it quickly into the attacking third. The second goal arrived just after the restart and proved decisive. A loose pass in midfield was intercepted, and a swift three-pass move released Parra, who made no mistake with only the keeper to beat. From that point, the home side protected their lead with composure, denying UCV any clear route back into the match.

Season impact

The victory strengthens Zamora’s position in the upper half of the Venezuelan Primera División table, underlining their credentials as genuine contenders in this year’s championship. For Universidad Central de Venezuela, the defeat is a reminder of the consistency required to compete against the league’s most experienced sides. With tough fixtures ahead, UCV will need to be sharper in front of goal if they are to climb the standings.