Rayo Zuliano vs Estudiantes de Merida FC: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
20:30 WAT, Monday 10 August: Rayo Zuliano v Estudiantes de Merida FC in the Primera División. In the table, Rayo Zuliano are 12th, in the drop zone, on 11 points after 13 matches; Estudiantes de Merida FC are 9th (lower half) with 17.
Current form
Rayo Zuliano, last 5: LLDDD Their latest outing: 0–1 defeat to Anzoátegui FC, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 0 won, 1 lost from 3. Scoring is the worry: just 0.7 goals a game.
Estudiantes de Merida FC, last 5: WDLLL Their latest outing: 1–0 win over Zamora FC, at home. Away from home the record reads 0 won, 3 lost from 4. Scoring is the worry: just 0.5 goals a game.
Head to head
When they last met (13 Feb 2026) it ended Estudiantes de Merida FC 1–2 Rayo Zuliano.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Rayo Zuliano 1.4 xG, Estudiantes de Merida FC 1.3 xG – a total near 2.7. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 47%, GG 59%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to stay under 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Rayo Zuliano 37%, draw 27%, Estudiantes de Merida FC 37%.
GG/NG: GG (59%) at 1.77.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Under 3.5 goals (74%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Rayo Zuliano 1–1 Estudiantes de Merida FC. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Rayo Zuliano37%fair 2.72 · @2.70
Draw27%fair 3.74 · @3.00
Estudiantes de Merida FC37%fair 2.73 · @2.50
2.65Expected goals
1.36Rayo Zuliano xG
1.29Estudiantes de Merida FC xG
59%Both score
47%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–112%
1–010%
0–19%
2–18%
1–28%
0–07%
From our goals model: Rayo Zuliano 1.4 – 1.3 Estudiantes de Merida FC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Rayo Zuliano vs Estudiantes de Merida FC?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 74% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Rayo Zuliano vs Estudiantes de Merida FC?
On our numbers Rayo Zuliano have a 37% chance of winning, the draw 27% and Estudiantes de Merida FC 37%.
How many goals will there be in Rayo Zuliano vs Estudiantes de Merida FC?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 47% likely and both teams score 59% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Rayo Zuliano vs Estudiantes de Merida FC?
Our predicted score is Rayo Zuliano 1–1 Estudiantes de Merida FC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Rayo Zuliano vs Estudiantes de Merida FC?
Rayo Zuliano vs Estudiantes de Merida FC (Primera División) kicks off on Monday 10 August 2026 at 20:30 (West Africa Time).
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
