Universidad Catolica vs Delfin Prediction 16 May 2026
🔊 Universidad Catolica head into this fixture sitting second in the table, but they are enduring a tough spell, having lost four matches in a row. Delfin, meanwhile, are down in eleventh and have also struggled for consistency, picking up just two wins and suffering three defeats in their last five outings. The contrast between the hosts’ impressive average stats and the visitors’ lack of attacking threat suggests we could be in for a tight contest with few clear-cut chances.
Head-to-Head
The most recent official meeting between these sides took place on 13 September 2025 and ended in a 1-1 draw. Here’s a statistical breakdown from that match, with Universidad Catolica as the home team:
- Possession: 73% vs 27%;
- Corners: 6 vs 0;
- Fouls committed: 13 vs 4;
- Yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- Shots on target: 5 vs 4.
📊 Statistical preview of official head-to-head meetings between Universidad Catolica and Delfin:
- They have faced each other 27 times;
- The hosts have claimed 10 wins, the visitors 8, with 9 matches ending in a draw;
- Total goals scored: 32 for Universidad Catolica, 30 for Delfin;
- Average first-half goals: 1.11, second-half goals: 1.19;
- Average total goals per match: 2.3.
Head-to-head statistics Universidad Catolica - Delfin
Universidad Catolica Team Overview
The team's most recent official fixture took place on in the Ecuadorian Super Cup, with Universidad Católica hosting Independiente del Valle. The match ended in a 0-3 defeat for the home side.
Here are the key match stats (Universidad Católica vs Independiente del Valle):
- Possession: 93% vs 7%;
- Corners: 5 vs 1;
- Yellow cards: 6 vs 1;
- Shots on target: 0 vs 3.
Universidad Católica currently sit second in the table and have stood out for their defensive solidity this season, conceding just 0.77 goals per game on average-a figure that has only slightly increased over their last ten matches. Offensively, the hosts look more assured, averaging 1.7 goals per outing. However, their recent form raises some concerns, with four consecutive defeats suggesting a dip in performance despite the squad’s clear potential. Even during this rough patch, Universidad Católica manage to maintain a balance between attack and defense, which should allow them to dictate the tempo against an opponent with limited resources.
Match Results: Universidad Catolica
Delfin Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Ecuador Cup, facing Banos Cikudafog away from home. Delfin came out on top with a 2-0 victory.
Here’s how the stats broke down (Delfin vs Banos Cikudafog):
- Possession: 48% vs 52%;
- Corners: 5 vs 10;
- Fouls: 12 vs 7;
- Yellow cards: 3 vs 0;
- Shots on target: 5 vs 5.
Delfín currently sit eleventh in the table and continue to struggle in attack. Over their last five matches, they have picked up two wins but suffered three defeats, with their overall scoring rate remaining worryingly low-just 0.38 goals per game across the season and 0.4 over their last ten outings. Defensively, Delfín are somewhat more solid, conceding an average of 0.77 goals per match, but this stability at the back does little to offset their lack of firepower up front. The trend is clear: Delfín have found the net in only one of their last eleven away league games, underlining their persistent issues in creating and converting chances.
Match Results: Delfin
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 27;
- home team wins - 10, away team wins - 8, draws - 9.
Statistics: Universidad Catolica vs Delfin
- matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- wins: 6 vs 4;
- win percentage: 46% vs 31%;
- losses: 3 vs 6;
- draws: 4 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 3;
- losses: 4 vs 5;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
- Delfin won with a +1.5 handicap in 16 of last 17 games.
- Delfin won with a +1.5 handicap in 15 of last 16 games (LigaPro Primera A).
- Delfin won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 away games.
- Delfin won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 away games (LigaPro Primera A).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.19, the guests - 1.11;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.3;
- both teams scored: overall - 13; at the home team's field - 7.
Statistics: Universidad Catolica vs Delfin
- average total in the tournament: 2.46 vs 1.15;
- average total goals scored: 1.69 vs 0.38;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.31 vs 0.15;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.38 vs 0.23;
- Universidad Catolica: average total at home in the tournament - 2.6;
- Delfin: average total away in the tournament - 0.17;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.7 (home - 2.17) vs 0.4 (away - 0.33).
- Under 2.5 goals scored in 16 of last 17 Delfin games.
- Under 2.5 goals scored in 15 of last 16 Delfin games (LigaPro Primera A).
- Under 2.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Delfin away games.
- Under 2.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Delfin away games (LigaPro Primera A).
Prediction on corners
Universidad Catolica: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.85; at home field - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5; at home field - 5.83.
Delfin: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.23, away - 1.83;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.4; away - 2.5.
- Delfin have taken under 3.5 corners in last 5 away games against Universidad Catolica (LigaPro Primera A).
- Delfin have taken under 3.5 corners in 9 of last 10 away games (LigaPro Primera A).
- Delfin have taken under 3.5 corners in 6 of last 7 games (LigaPro Primera A).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 27;
- both teams scored all-time - 13 times;
- on the home team’s field - 7 times.
Statistics: Universidad Catolica vs Delfin
- number of matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 6 vs 1;
- number of BTTS matches for Universidad Catolica at home - 2 (40%);
- number of BTTS matches for Delfin away - 1 (17%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 0;
- BTTS matches for Universidad Catolica at home - 3 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Delfin away - 0 (0%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:0 (19/104, 18.3%);
- Universidad Catolica at home most often finish matches: 1:0 , 2:0 , 2:3 , 4:0 , 4:1 (1/5, 20%);
- Delfin away most often play: 1:0 (3/6, 50%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:0 - 15.86% (odds 4.85)
2:0 - 13.9% (odds 5.04)
1:1 - 9.7% (odds 6.94)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Looking at the stats for both sides, it’s clear that Delfín’s attacking threat remains minimal: they’ve failed to score in ten of their last eleven away fixtures. This trend is further reflected in their season-long offensive numbers - the visitors are averaging just 0.38 goals per game. Universidad Católica, for their part, typically maintain defensive discipline, even amid their recent dip in form. Despite a rough patch, the hosts rarely allow their opponents many chances. Given Delfín’s struggles up front and their persistent issues finding the net on the road, the pick here seems straightforward. The main prediction is Delfín under 0.5 team goals.No comments
Betting Tips: Universidad Catolica - Delfin
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