Juventud Piedras

vs

Academia Puerto Cabello

Preview

Juventud Piedras (Home)

• Juventud Piedras currently sit fourth in Copa Sudamericana Group B on one point from their first two games.
• Juventud Piedras are unbeaten at home in their last 3 matches (W1, D2).
• Juventud, who are currently on a run of two consecutive draws, typically line-up in a 4-3-3 setup and prefer to sit deep and counter-attack.
• Sebastian Mendez has been trying to maintain the side’s solidity since his appointment in April 2026.

Academia Puerto Cabello (Away)

• Academia Puerto Cabello are third in Group B with three points from two games.
• Academia Puerto Cabello have failed to score or win their only away Copa Sudamericana game so far (L1).
• Academia Puerto Cabello concede on average 2.00 goals per away game in Copa Sudamericana Group B.
• The visitors favour a 4-4-2 setup focusing on a solid defensive line and narrow midfield to hit teams on the break.
• Eduardo Sarago’s appointment in July 2025 has yet to yield much fruit.

Key Players

• Fernando Mimbacas has been in excellent form for Juventud, netting 3 of their last 5 goals.
• The hosts also have the in-form Facundo Perez to rely on, while Alejo Cruz is capable of unlocking defences and creating chances.

Prediction

• Sebastian Mendez is yet to fully stamp his mark on Juventud’s style, but the home side are expected to make the most of their home-field advantage and grab the 3 points.
• Academia Puerto Cabello average 0.00 goals scored and 2.00 conceded per away game in this group, and have 0 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 3 away matches.