Liga de Quito vs Universidad Católica: Comienza el emocionante camino en el hexagonal de la Liga Ecuabet
Liga de Quito to Face Universidad Católica in Crucial Liga Ecuabet Match
Liga de Quito is set to take on Universidad Católica at the Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa this Saturday, October 4, as part of the first phase of the Liga Ecuabet’s main hexagonal tournament. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7:00 PM local time in Ecuador.
Significance of the Liga Ecuabet Clash
Universidad Católica, under the leadership of Diego Martínez, has shown significant improvement over the season. Having secured a spot in the top six, the team is now aiming to secure a position in the next edition of the CONMEBOL Libertadores. Securing three points in this fixture is also crucial for maintaining momentum towards a second Libertadores group phase berth in 2026 against rivals like Independiente del Valle.
Key Players to Watch
- Universidad Católica: Rafael Romo stands between the posts, supported by defensive stalwarts Luis Cangá and Jhon Chancellor. Jerónimo Cacciabue orchestrates the midfield, with Mauro Díaz and Mauricio Alonso lending support. Byron Palacios emerges as the leading goal threat for the team.
- Liga de Quito: Gonzalo Valle is the goalkeeping choice, with Ricardo Adé providing defensive solidity. Bryan Ramírez, Gabriel Villamil, and Lisandro Alzugaray bolster the midfield. Forwards Michael Estrada and Jeison Medina are expected to lead the attack.
Recent Performances
Both teams are entering this contest on the back of positive results. Universidad Católica recently progressed by eliminating LDU Portoviejo in the Copa Ecuador’s Round of 16 and secured a victory against Deportivo Cuenca in their last Liga Ecuabet encounter. Liga de Quito, meanwhile, achieved an away victory over Técnico Universitario.
Historical Matchup Insights
The last meeting between these two sides occurred on September 21, 2025, with Universidad Católica claiming a 4-2 victory over Liga de Quito at the Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado. Their previous encounter at the Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa saw Universidad Católica emerge victorious with a 3-1 scoreline on May 24, 2025.
Match Details: Date, Time, and Live Broadcast
Fans can watch Universidad Católica vs. Liga de Quito live on Zapping Sports. The match is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, at 7:00 PM Ecuadorian time.
