Knee Injury Sidelines Cazares for Independiente Del Valle’s Clash Against Atlético
Juani Cazares, a prominent player for Independiente del Valle, will miss the crucial match against Atlético due to a knee injury. The injury occurred during a recent game, forcing him to leave the field in the first half. Cazares experienced intense pain, raising concerns for his participation in future matches.
Knee Injury Impacts Independiente Del Valle
Cazares’ absence is significant for the Ecuadorian club. The first leg of the semifinals in the Copa Sudamericana is set for October 21, 2023, at 21:30 (Brasília time) in Quito. His injury also casts doubt on his availability for the return match on October 28, 2023, at Arena MRV.
Current Season Performance
- Total Matches: 35
- Goals: 4
- Assists: 4
Previously, Cazares played for Atlético for over four years. He participated in 203 matches, scoring 41 goals and providing 31 assists. He contributed to the club’s success with two state titles, becoming one of their most notable foreign players.
Match Details
The upcoming clash between Atlético and Independiente del Valle will take place at Banco Guayaquil in Quito. Atlético has a challenging history in Ecuador. In five matches played in the country, they have yet to secure a victory. Conversely, Independiente del Valle has a strong home record, losing to only two Brazilian teams in their history.
Where to Watch
Football fans can tune in to the match through various channels. It will be broadcast on:
- Rede 98 (98.3 FM and digital platforms)
- SBT (free-to-air TV)
- ESPN (cable TV)
- Disney+ (streaming)
As the teams prepare for this pivotal encounter, the absence of Cazares adds an extra layer of intrigue to the competition.
