Astilleros vs Universidad Catolica Prediction 10 September 2026
🔊 In this Copa Ecuador match, Astillero take on Universidad Católica. The two sides come from different divisions, and the visitors have a considerably stronger and more high-profile squad - one capable of producing a high level of attacking play. It seems unlikely that the hosts will find a way to take this to penalties.
Head-to-Head
📊 These two sides have never met before.

Astilleros Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Copa Ecuador tournament (home team - Daquilema FC, away team - Astilleros). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:2.
Here's the game statistics (Astilleros vs Daquilema FC):
- ball possession: 61% vs 39%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 4;
- fouls: 12 vs 16;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 2.
Astillero have had a decent run in the Copa Ecuador. They have beaten top-flight opposition along the way - including a 2-1 win over Guayaquil City - but the further the tournament goes, the tougher the competition gets. In this match, they will not be able to impose themselves or even control spells of the game. They will be sitting deep and defending in numbers. Even that, though, is unlikely to be enough. Astillero simply are not equipped to operate at the same pace - in terms of both play and decision-making - as Universidad Católica.
Match Results: Astilleros

Universidad Catolica Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Serie A tournament (home team - Universidad Catolica, away - Manta). The match concluded with a scoreline of 5:1.
Here are the match stats (Universidad Catolica vs Manta):
- ball possession: 64% vs 36%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 1;
- fouls: 11 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 13 vs 3.
The away side are in reasonably good form, with three wins from their last five top-flight matches. They recently beat Manta 5-1 and have looked comfortable going forward. Against lower-division opposition, no major problems should arise. Expect them to try to settle the tie early, and once they score, their opponents will likely open up - something a team of this level will take advantage of. Over their last five matches, they have averaged more than three goals per game, and there is no particular reason to think that changes here.
Match Results: Universidad Catolica
Prediction on the over/under
Statistics: Astilleros vs Universidad Catolica
- average total in the tournament: 2.67 vs 4.33;
- average total goals scored: 2 vs 2.33;
- average total in the 1st half: 1 vs 1;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1 vs 1.33;
- Astilleros: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Universidad Catolica: average total away in the tournament - 3.5;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2 (home - 2) vs 2 (away - 1.17).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Universidad Catolica games (Copa Ecuador).
Prediction on BTTS
- Universidad Catolica have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games (Copa Ecuador).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 0:3 (1/1, 100%);
- Astilleros at home most often finish matches: 2:1 (2/2, 100%);
- Universidad Catolica away most often play: 1:4 , 2:3 (1/2, 50%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 8.85% (odds 7.2)
1:2 - 8.75% (odds 7.7)
0:1 - 7.49% (odds 6)
⭐ Editor's Pick
The visitors are the clear favourites here. Universidad Católica have played good football throughout the season, and the gap in quality between a top-flight side and Astillero will be evident. The hosts may show plenty of determination - that much is to be expected - but sharper, quicker decision-making will be the deciding factor. Our pick is that the visitors progress comfortably, and that the match produces goals. We're backing Total Goals - Over 2.5.