Venezuela Primera División predictions offer sharp bettors a chance to find value in South America's most unpredictable league. Known for passionate atmospheres and attacking football, Venezuelan top-flight matches frequently deliver goals and dramatic late swings—perfect conditions for those who dig deeper than surface-level analysis. Betzoid provides comprehensive betting tips, updated odds, and match insights to help you navigate this exciting competition.
Browse the upcoming fixtures and current odds below, then scroll down for our detailed match-by-match breakdown.
How the Venezuela Primera División Works
The Venezuela Primera División operates as the top tier of Venezuelan club football, featuring 18 teams that battle across a full season. Each club plays 34 matches—home and away against every opponent—creating a balanced competitive structure. The season typically runs from January through November, aligning with the South American football calendar rather than the European schedule.
Venezuela Primera División betting tips require understanding this league's unique position. Unlike Argentina or Brazil, Venezuelan clubs rarely compete in Copa Libertadores group stages. Squads face less fixture congestion, keeping first-choice lineups more consistent. The bottom two teams face automatic relegation to Segunda División, while top finishers earn continental qualification spots.
Caracas FC and Deportivo Táchira have historically dominated, though smaller clubs regularly punch above their weight. The league's competitive balance creates unpredictable results, especially in mid-table clashes. Betzoid tracks these patterns across multiple seasons, revealing that odds often undervalue teams with strong home records outside the traditional powers. Those seeking comparisons with other second-tier competitions might explore 2. Bundesliga betting tips for similar value opportunities.
Venezuela Primera División Table
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primera Division: Apertura | |||||||
| 1 | Deportivo La Guaira | 13 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 15/6 | 27 |
| 2 | Metropolitanos FC | 13 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 17/10 | 25 |
| 3 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 17/12 | 24 |
| 4 | UCV | 13 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 24/20 | 23 |
| 5 | Portuguesa FC | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 20/12 | 20 |
| 6 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 13 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 21/18 | 20 |
| 7 | Carabobo FC | 13 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 23/14 | 19 |
| 8 | Puerto Cabello | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 16/14 | 17 |
| 9 | Zamora FC | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 14/14 | 17 |
| 10 | Caracas FC | 13 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 15/17 | 15 |
| 11 | Rayo Zuliano | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 13/23 | 14 |
| 12 | Monagas SC | 13 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 14/22 | 11 |
| 13 | Anzoátegui FC | 13 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 15/25 | 9 |
| 14 | Trujillanos FC | 13 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 9/26 | 4 |
| Primera Division: Apertura - Quadrangular | |||||||
| 1 | Puerto Cabello | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8/7 | 10 |
| 2 | Portuguesa FC | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7/8 | 8 |
| 3 | Deportivo La Guaira | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5/5 | 7 |
| 4 | UCV | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 8/8 | 6 |
| 5 | Carabobo FC | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 10/5 | 11 |
| 6 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 8/5 | 11 |
| 7 | Metropolitanos FC | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5/7 | 8 |
| 8 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2/8 | 3 |
| Primera Division: Clausura | |||||||
| 1 | Metropolitanos FC | 13 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 30/11 | 32 |
| 2 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 30/17 | 27 |
| 3 | Puerto Cabello | 13 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 19/12 | 23 |
| 4 | Carabobo FC | 13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 15/10 | 22 |
| 5 | Portuguesa FC | 13 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 14/12 | 19 |
| 6 | Monagas SC | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 17/17 | 18 |
| 7 | Deportivo La Guaira | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 22/18 | 17 |
| 8 | Caracas FC | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 15/16 | 17 |
| 9 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 15/16 | 17 |
| 10 | UCV | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 13/15 | 16 |
| 11 | Trujillanos FC | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 14/20 | 14 |
| 12 | Rayo Zuliano | 13 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 18/29 | 11 |
| 13 | Anzoátegui FC | 13 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 8/22 | 8 |
| 14 | Zamora FC | 13 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 12/27 | 8 |
| Primera Division: Clausura - Quadrangular | |||||||
| 1 | Carabobo FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 2 | Caracas FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 3 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 4 | Monagas SC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 5 | Portuguesa FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 6 | Deportivo La Guaira | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 7 | Metropolitanos FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 8 | Puerto Cabello | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 9 | Carabobo FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 10 | Portuguesa FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 11 | Deportivo La Guaira | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 12 | Metropolitanos FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 13 | Caracas FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 14 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 15 | Monagas SC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 16 | Puerto Cabello | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| Primera Division: Tabla Anual | |||||||
| 1 | Metropolitanos FC | 26 | 17 | 6 | 3 | 47/21 | 57 |
| 2 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 26 | 15 | 6 | 5 | 47/29 | 51 |
| 3 | Deportivo La Guaira | 26 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 37/24 | 44 |
| 4 | Carabobo FC | 26 | 10 | 11 | 5 | 38/24 | 41 |
| 5 | Puerto Cabello | 26 | 10 | 10 | 6 | 35/26 | 40 |
| 6 | Portuguesa FC | 26 | 9 | 12 | 5 | 34/24 | 39 |
| 7 | UCV | 26 | 11 | 6 | 9 | 37/35 | 39 |
| 8 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 26 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 36/34 | 37 |
| 9 | Caracas FC | 26 | 7 | 11 | 8 | 30/33 | 32 |
| 10 | Monagas SC | 26 | 8 | 5 | 13 | 31/39 | 29 |
| 11 | Zamora FC | 26 | 6 | 7 | 13 | 26/41 | 25 |
| 12 | Rayo Zuliano | 26 | 7 | 4 | 15 | 31/52 | 25 |
| 13 | Trujillanos FC | 26 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 23/46 | 18 |
| 14 | Anzoátegui FC | 26 | 4 | 5 | 17 | 23/47 | 17 |
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primera Division: Apertura | |||||||
| 1 | Deportivo La Guaira | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6/1 | 27 |
| 2 | Metropolitanos FC | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 11/5 | 25 |
| 3 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10/7 | 24 |
| 4 | UCV | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 9/6 | 23 |
| 5 | Portuguesa FC | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13/5 | 20 |
| 6 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 11/10 | 20 |
| 7 | Carabobo FC | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 17/6 | 19 |
| 8 | Puerto Cabello | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 11/6 | 17 |
| 9 | Zamora FC | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 7/7 | 17 |
| 10 | Caracas FC | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 10/10 | 15 |
| 11 | Rayo Zuliano | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6/9 | 14 |
| 12 | Monagas SC | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11/9 | 11 |
| 13 | Anzoátegui FC | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4/11 | 9 |
| 14 | Trujillanos FC | 7 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 4/11 | 4 |
| Primera Division: Apertura - Quadrangular | |||||||
| 1 | Puerto Cabello | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5/3 | 10 |
| 2 | Portuguesa FC | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2/3 | 8 |
| 3 | Deportivo La Guaira | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1/3 | 7 |
| 4 | UCV | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6/5 | 6 |
| 5 | Carabobo FC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2/1 | 11 |
| 6 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5/2 | 11 |
| 7 | Metropolitanos FC | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3/6 | 8 |
| 8 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2/4 | 3 |
| Primera Division: Clausura | |||||||
| 1 | Metropolitanos FC | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 18/4 | 32 |
| 2 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 12/5 | 27 |
| 3 | Puerto Cabello | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14/8 | 23 |
| 4 | Carabobo FC | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 7/2 | 22 |
| 5 | Portuguesa FC | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 7/4 | 19 |
| 6 | Monagas SC | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5/4 | 18 |
| 7 | Deportivo La Guaira | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 13/13 | 17 |
| 8 | Caracas FC | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9/8 | 17 |
| 9 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 9/5 | 17 |
| 10 | UCV | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 8/4 | 16 |
| 11 | Trujillanos FC | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 8/10 | 14 |
| 12 | Rayo Zuliano | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 11/12 | 11 |
| 13 | Anzoátegui FC | 7 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 5/14 | 8 |
| 14 | Zamora FC | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 9/14 | 8 |
| Primera Division: Clausura - Quadrangular | |||||||
| 1 | Carabobo FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 2 | Caracas FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 3 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 4 | Monagas SC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 5 | Portuguesa FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 6 | Deportivo La Guaira | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 7 | Metropolitanos FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 8 | Puerto Cabello | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 9 | Carabobo FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 10 | Portuguesa FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 11 | Deportivo La Guaira | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 12 | Metropolitanos FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 13 | Caracas FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 14 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 15 | Monagas SC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 16 | Puerto Cabello | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| Primera Division: Tabla Anual | |||||||
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primera Division: Apertura | |||||||
| 1 | Deportivo La Guaira | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 9/5 | 27 |
| 2 | Metropolitanos FC | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6/5 | 25 |
| 3 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 7/5 | 24 |
| 4 | UCV | 7 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 15/14 | 23 |
| 5 | Portuguesa FC | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 7/7 | 20 |
| 6 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 10/8 | 20 |
| 7 | Carabobo FC | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 6/8 | 19 |
| 8 | Puerto Cabello | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 5/8 | 17 |
| 9 | Zamora FC | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7/7 | 17 |
| 10 | Caracas FC | 6 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 5/7 | 15 |
| 11 | Rayo Zuliano | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 7/14 | 14 |
| 12 | Monagas SC | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3/13 | 11 |
| 13 | Anzoátegui FC | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 11/14 | 9 |
| 14 | Trujillanos FC | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 5/15 | 4 |
| Primera Division: Apertura - Quadrangular | |||||||
| 1 | Puerto Cabello | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3/4 | 10 |
| 2 | Portuguesa FC | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5/5 | 8 |
| 3 | Deportivo La Guaira | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4/2 | 7 |
| 4 | UCV | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2/3 | 6 |
| 5 | Carabobo FC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8/4 | 11 |
| 6 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3/3 | 11 |
| 7 | Metropolitanos FC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2/1 | 8 |
| 8 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0/4 | 3 |
| Primera Division: Clausura | |||||||
| 1 | Metropolitanos FC | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 12/7 | 32 |
| 2 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 18/12 | 27 |
| 3 | Puerto Cabello | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 5/4 | 23 |
| 4 | Carabobo FC | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8/8 | 22 |
| 5 | Portuguesa FC | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 7/8 | 19 |
| 6 | Monagas SC | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 12/13 | 18 |
| 7 | Deportivo La Guaira | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 9/5 | 17 |
| 8 | Caracas FC | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 6/8 | 17 |
| 9 | Estudiantes de Merida FC | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6/11 | 17 |
| 10 | UCV | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5/11 | 16 |
| 11 | Trujillanos FC | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6/10 | 14 |
| 12 | Rayo Zuliano | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 7/17 | 11 |
| 13 | Anzoátegui FC | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3/8 | 8 |
| 14 | Zamora FC | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3/13 | 8 |
| Primera Division: Clausura - Quadrangular | |||||||
| 1 | Carabobo FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 2 | Caracas FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 3 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 4 | Monagas SC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 5 | Portuguesa FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 6 | Deportivo La Guaira | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 7 | Metropolitanos FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 8 | Puerto Cabello | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 9 | Carabobo FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 10 | Portuguesa FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 11 | Deportivo La Guaira | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 12 | Metropolitanos FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 13 | Caracas FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 14 | Deportivo Tachira FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 15 | Monagas SC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 16 | Puerto Cabello | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| Primera Division: Tabla Anual | |||||||
Goals, Cards, and Statistical Patterns
Venezuelan top-flight match predictions benefit from understanding the league's scoring tendencies. Historical averages hover between 2.2 and 2.5 goals per match—slightly lower than South American giants but consistent across seasons. This moderate goal rate makes over/under markets particularly interesting for informed bettors.
Home advantage plays a significant role in Venezuelan football. Home win rates historically range from 42% to 48%, influenced by altitude differences and long travel distances across the country. Mérida-based clubs, playing at elevation, traditionally perform better at home than their league position suggests. Away teams struggle to adapt, often sitting deeper and conceding fewer but scoring even less.
Card patterns show Venezuelan referees average 4-5 yellow cards per match. Derbies and relegation six-pointers push this toward 5-6 bookings. Red cards appear roughly once every four matches. The physical style of play, combined with competitive intensity in tight standings, keeps disciplinary markets relevant throughout the season.
Best Markets for Venezuela Primera División Betting
Betting on the Venezuelan top flight works best when you target specific markets suited to the league's characteristics. Here's where sharp bettors find consistent value:
- Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over/under tips favor the under in matches between defensive mid-table sides. Games involving top attackers against weak defenses push toward overs—context matters more than blind trends.
- Both Teams to Score: BTTS hits around 45-50% historically. Target matches where both clubs need points rather than games featuring a dominant favorite protecting a lead.
- 1X2 Match Result: Home favorites deliver solid returns in the 1.50-1.80 odds range. Away wins remain rare enough that double chance becomes useful for backing traveling underdogs.
- Asian Handicap: When top clubs face relegation candidates, -1.5 handicaps on favorites offer better value than inflated match result prices. The gap between elite and struggling teams widens as seasons progress.
- Corners Markets: Matches average 9-11 corners, with attacking home teams driving totals higher. Target over corners when possession-dominant sides host defensive opponents.
Combining two or three of these markets in same-game multiples can boost returns without dramatically increasing risk. For more daily selections, check our football betting tips page.
Venezuela Primera División Players stats
| № | Player | Club | Goals | Penalties | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | E. Farías | Monagas SC | 2 | 7 | |
| 2 | E. Ramírez | Carabobo FC | 2 | 4 | |
| 3 | J. Vargas | Puerto Cabello | 1 | 9 |
| № | Player | Team | Matches | Minutes | Red | Yellow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | J. Vargas | Puerto Cabello | 9 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2 | E. Farías | Monagas SC | 7 | 0 | 1 | |
| 3 | E. Ramírez | Carabobo FC | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Smart Tips for Betting on Venezuelan Football
Betting successfully on the Venezuelan top division requires adapting strategies to local realities. Tips that work in Premier League betting often fail here without adjustment.
- Track Altitude Effects: Teams based in Andean regions enjoy massive home advantages. Back home sides in these fixtures, especially against coastal clubs unaccustomed to playing at elevation.
- Monitor Fixture Congestion: Unlike European leagues, Venezuelan clubs face minimal continental distractions. When teams do participate in Conference League or Copa Sudamericana, rotation becomes likely—factor this into your predictions.
- Early Season Caution: Opening weeks produce chaotic results as squads integrate new signings. Avoid heavy stakes until patterns emerge around matchday five or six.
- Relegation Desperation: Final ten matches bring dramatic shifts. Relegation-threatened teams either collapse completely or find unexpected form. The latter scenario creates value when odds overreact to poor mid-season runs.
- Derby Intelligence: Regional rivalries produce tighter, lower-scoring matches regardless of league position. Classic derbies warrant under goals consideration even when both teams normally play open football.
Betzoid recommends building a watchlist of five or six clubs whose patterns you understand deeply rather than betting randomly across all 34 matchdays.
Bet Responsibly
Venezuelan football offers genuine entertainment and betting opportunities, but stakes should always match your personal limits. Set a weekly or monthly budget before the season starts and stick to it regardless of results. Chasing losses after a bad run leads to poor decisions and bigger problems.
Take breaks when betting stops being enjoyable. If gambling affects your daily life or finances, seek support from organizations like GamCare or Gambling Therapy. Sports betting should enhance your football experience—never dominate it.
From backing favourites in Caracas to spotting value on regional clubs, Venezuelan football betting rewards patience and research. Odds and standings refresh regularly, so keep this page bookmarked for your pre-match preparation. Always stake within your means—smart betting enhances the matchday experience without putting your bankroll at risk.
