Universidad Catolica vs Emelec Prediction

    🔊 In the upcoming match, teams with contrasting approaches and form will face off. Universidad Católica hold a strong position in the standings, showcasing confidence in recent matches by avoiding defeats. On the other hand, Emelec struggle with inconsistent results, losing more often than they win. However, they possess the potential for surprising outcomes due to their attacking style of play. Both teams are eager to solidify their positions in the tournament, promising an intriguing encounter.

    Head-to-Head

    The last official match between the teams took place on 26 June 2025 and ended in a 1-1 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (Universidad Católica were the home side):

    • possession: 55% vs 45%;
    • corners: 5 vs 1;
    • fouls: 7 vs 11;
    • yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
    • shots on target: 4 vs 3.

    📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between Universidad Católica and Emelec:

    • 44 matches played;
    • home team wins - 12, away team wins - 22, draws - 10;
    • goals scored - 53 versus 74;
    • average goals in the 1st half - 1.45, in the 2nd half - 1.43;
    • average total goals per match - 2.89.

    H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

    26%
    12 Wins
    24%
    11 Draws
    50%
    23 Wins
    Total games
    46
    Total Goals Avg
    2.83
    Both teams scored
    52%
    1.17
    Total average
    1.65
    1.41
    Yellow cards
    1.61
    Last matches
    31.05.26
    Serie A
    Emelec
    Emelec
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    -
    -
    2
    5
    11
    8
    1
    3
    1
    0
    0
    0
    1
    0
    -
    -
    2
    5
    11
    8
    1
    3
    09.04.26
    Serie A
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    Emelec
    Emelec
    -
    -
    5
    3
    10
    12
    1
    1
    1
    1
    0
    0
    1
    1
    -
    -
    5
    3
    10
    12
    1
    1
    26.06.25
    Serie A
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    2
    Emelec
    Emelec
    1.21
    2.39
    5
    1
    7
    11
    2
    0
    1
    1
    0
    1
    1
    0
    1.21
    2.39
    5
    1
    7
    11
    2
    0
    16.02.25
    Serie A
    Emelec
    Emelec
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    0.58
    2.06
    5
    3
    4
    7
    3
    1
    0
    4
    0
    1
    0
    3
    0.58
    2.06
    5
    3
    4
    7
    3
    1
    26.10.24
    Serie A
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    Emelec
    Emelec
    1.88
    0.28
    -
    -
    -
    -
    1
    1
    2
    0
    0
    0
    2
    0
    1.88
    0.28
    -
    -
    -
    -
    1
    1
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    Universidad Catolica Team Overview

    Universidad Católica are showcasing consistent performances this season, currently sitting in 2nd place on the table. The team is renowned for their organized play and strong defense. In their last five matches, they have remained unbeaten, underscoring their defensive reliability and confidence. Universidad Católica often opts to control the game's tempo, emphasizing caution and minimizing mistakes. Their attack is equally effective, with an average of 1.67 goals scored per match.

    Match Results: Universidad Catolica

    Last matches
    31.05.26
    Serie A
    Emelec
    Emelec
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    -
    -
    2
    5
    11
    8
    1
    3
    1
    0
    0
    0
    1
    0
    -
    -
    2
    5
    11
    8
    1
    3
    L
    28.05.26
    Copa Ecuador
    El Nacional
    El Nacional
    1
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    -
    -
    5
    3
    13
    9
    3
    2
    1
    4
    1
    1
    0
    3
    -
    -
    5
    3
    13
    9
    3
    2
    W
    23.05.26
    Serie A
    Orense
    Orense
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    1
    -
    -
    6
    5
    14
    11
    2
    3
    1
    2
    1
    1
    0
    1
    -
    -
    6
    5
    14
    11
    2
    3
    W
    16.05.26
    Serie A
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    Delfin
    Delfin
    -
    -
    7
    1
    13
    9
    2
    3
    2
    2
    1
    1
    1
    1
    -
    -
    7
    1
    13
    9
    2
    3
    D
    13.05.26
    Super Copa
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    Independiente del Valle
    Independiente del Valle
    1
    -
    -
    5
    1
    -
    -
    6
    1
    0
    3
    0
    2
    0
    1
    -
    -
    5
    1
    -
    -
    6
    1
    L
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    Emelec Team Overview

    Emelec are facing challenges this season, sitting 15th in the standings. The team struggles with inconsistency, as evidenced by their last five matches-three losses and two wins. Their attacking style allows Emelec to create chances, but converting them has been difficult, with an average of just 0.83 goals per game. Defensively, they lack assurance, leading to frequent concessions. However, the team can surprise opponents with their pace and unexpected counterattacks.

    Match Results: Emelec

    Last matches
    31.05.26
    Serie A
    Emelec
    Emelec
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
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    -
    2
    5
    11
    8
    1
    3
    1
    0
    0
    0
    1
    0
    -
    -
    2
    5
    11
    8
    1
    3
    W
    24.05.26
    Serie A
    Emelec
    Emelec
    Macara
    Macara
    -
    -
    3
    4
    7
    10
    1
    2
    2
    0
    2
    0
    0
    0
    -
    -
    3
    4
    7
    10
    1
    2
    W
    20.05.26
    Copa Ecuador
    Daquilema FC
    Daquilema FC
    1
    Emelec
    Emelec
    -
    -
    2
    6
    16
    11
    2
    2
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    10
    9
    -
    -
    2
    6
    16
    11
    2
    2
    L
    17.05.26
    Serie A
    Manta
    Manta
    Emelec
    Emelec
    -
    -
    6
    6
    13
    12
    2
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    0
    -
    -
    6
    6
    13
    12
    2
    0
    D
    10.05.26
    Serie A
    Emelec
    Emelec
    Libertad Loja
    Libertad Loja
    -
    -
    11
    1
    15
    12
    2
    2
    1
    1
    1
    1
    0
    0
    -
    -
    11
    1
    15
    12
    2
    2
    D
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    Outcome Prediction

    Head-to-Head:

    • Played - 44;
    • Home wins - 12, Away wins - 22, Draws - 10.

    Last 10 Matches:

    • Wins: 3 vs 3;
    • Losses: 3 vs 7;
    • Draws: 4 vs 0.
    Trends
    • Emelec have covered a +1.5 handicap in 12 of their last 14 away matches.
    👉Prediction: Emelec Handicap (+1.5) (odds: 1.5)

    Total Goals Prediction

    Head-to-Head (average total):

    • Home team - 1.2, Away team - 1.68;
    • Overall - 2.89;
    • Both teams scored: all-time - 23 times; at home ground - 10 times.
    Trends
    • Total under 3.5 goals has hit in 7 of Universidad Católica's last 8 home matches (Serie A).
    • Total under 3.5 goals has hit in 12 of Emelec's last 13 away matches.
    • Total under 3.5 goals has hit in 8 of Emelec's last 9 away matches (Serie A).
    👉Prediction: Total goals Under (3.5) (odds: 1.35)

    Corners Prediction

    Trends
    • Emelec have taken fewer than 4.5 corners in 10 consecutive head-to-head away matches (Serie A).
    👉Prediction: Corners - Emelec Total Under (4.5) (odds: 1.42)

    Both Teams to Score Prediction

    Head-to-Head:

    • Played - 44;
    • Both teams scored all-time - 23 times;
    • At home ground - 10 times.
    👉Prediction: Both Teams To Score (Yes) (odds: 1.88)

    ⭐ Editor's Prediction

    Universidad Catolica and Emelec approach the match with differing strategies. Universidad Catolica typically favors low-scoring games, a trend that's been consistent. However, their defense isn't impenetrable. Emelec, while inconsistent in their results, tends to win with a handicap (+1.5). Considering these factors and trends, betting on under 2.5 goals seems the most reasonable prediction for this match. We're going for a 1-1 scoreline.

    Our choice
    Total goals Under (2.5) at odds of -105*
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    *The odds are relevant for the time of publication (19 February 2026, 08:23)

    Betting Tips: Universidad Catolica - Emelec

    Universidad Catolica have not lost
    cd-universidad-catolicaclub-sport-emelecin 12 of last 13 games against Emelec (Serie A).
    cd-universidad-catolicain 11 of last 12 games (Serie A).
    cd-universidad-catolicain last 6 games (Serie A).
    Emelec have not won
    club-sport-emelecin 7 of last 8 games (Serie A).
    Universidad Catolica will not lose
    -625
    Under 3.5 goals scored
    cd-universidad-catolicain 14 of last 15 Universidad Catolica games (Serie A).
    club-sport-emelecin 14 of last 15 Emelec games.
    club-sport-emelecin 10 of last 11 Emelec games (Serie A).
    club-sport-emelecin last 6 Emelec games (Serie A).
    in 8 of last 9 Anthony Diaz games (in the Serie A).
    Total goals Under (3.5)
    -270
    Universidad Catolica have scored
    cd-universidad-catolicaclub-sport-emelecin last 12 games against Emelec (Serie A).
    cd-universidad-catolicaclub-sport-emelecin last 10 games against Emelec (Serie A).
    Universidad Catolica will score goal
    -909
    Over 1.5 goals scored
    cd-universidad-catolicaclub-sport-emelecin 12 of last 13 Universidad Catolica games against Emelec (Serie A).
    cd-universidad-catolicaclub-sport-emelecin last 7 Universidad Catolica games against Emelec (Serie A).
    club-sport-emelecin 8 of last 9 Emelec games (Serie A).
    Total goals Over (1.5)
    -400
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    Universidad Catolica - Emelec Table position

    LigaPro Primera A 2026
    gWDLGDPForm
    2.
    Cuenca
    Cuenca
    1683518-1727
    3.
    Universidad Catolica
    Universidad Catolica
    1675426-1426
    4.
    Barcelona Guayaquil
    Barcelona Guayaquil
    1675418-1326
    9.
    Macara
    Macara
    1655615-1820
    10.
    Emelec
    Emelec
    1664613-1619
    11.
    Guayaquil City
    Guayaquil City
    1654714-1919

    Comparison of Teams Stats

    10 matches
    4 - Wins
    1 - Draw
    5 - Loses
    Wins - 4
    Draws - 2
    Loses - 4
    10 matches
    Scored - 17
    Conceded - 14
    +3
    -1
    7 - Scored
    8 - Conceded
    4
    Wins
    4
    1
    Draws
    2
    5
    Loses
    4
    Goal difference
    17
    Scored
    7
    14
    Conceded
    8
    3.1
    Match goals average
    1.5
    1.7
    Goals scored per match on average
    0.7
    1.4
    Goals conceded per match on average
    0.8
    5
    Both teams scored
    2
    53'
    Minutes / Goal scored
    133'
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