Monagas SC edged out Mineros, 2x0, on Thursday, on matchweek 1. Both Jhonny Ferreira's team and Jesús Cabello's team played their first game in the competition.
The first-half ended without any goals.
After 58 minutes, Grenddy Perozo opened the scoring for Monagas SC, from the penalty spot. Franklin González netted the last goal after 75 minutes. In the final minutes of the game, Mineros saw Samuel Barberi get sent off due to accumulation of yellows.
After the result Monagas SC are 2nd in the table, with 45 points, while Mineros sit 6th place, with 29 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Jhonny Ferreira's team visit UCV FC, while Jesús Cabello's team will host Atlético Venezuela.