Carabobo FC produced a clinical away performance in the Venezuelan capital, beating Metropolitanos FC 2-0 at the Estadio Olímpico de la UCV. The win moves the “granate” side to the top of the standings with 10 points and leaves the home side’s hopes of a Clausura title in serious doubt.
Neira and Machís seal the win
The visitors started the match at a high tempo. In the 23rd minute, Argentine defender Ezequiel Neira gave Carabobo the lead, heading home from a set piece inside the area.
The second half brought more of the same. In the 57th minute, Darwin Machís doubled the advantage with a fine individual finish, settling the final score and quieting the crowd in the Caracas stadium.
Red card changes the complexion of the game
Metropolitanos had a difficult evening, as Kavier Ortiz was sent off in the first half’s added time, leaving the hosts a man short for the second period. Carabobo, coached by Daniel Farías, managed the rest of the contest with control and did not give the home side a way back.
A step closer to the final
The result puts Carabobo on course for the Clausura decider, with the team in pole position in the standings. Metropolitanos, under Francesco Stifano, are left to regroup after a result that significantly reduces their room for error.
Source: www.balonazos.com
