Serie A de Ecuador: Date 14 Betting Favorites

Matchday 14 of the second phase of the Serie A de Ecuador brings some intriguing clashes, starting with Universidad Católica and Liga de Quito. Both clubs are tied at the top with 26 points, so the next games are crucial, while Barcelona SC, Universidad Catolica, and Orense are watching closely, all tied in 23 points.

Barcelona SC faces a tough challenge against Técnico Universitario, while Independiente del Valle squares off with Macará.

Emelec is desperate to climb out of the bottom of the table and will need to overcome Imbabura, another team struggling in the lower ranks.

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Serie A Matchday 14: Emelec vs. Imbabura

Emelec, one of Ecuador’s most historic clubs, is enduring a disastrous season both on and off the field. They sit at the bottom of the table with just eight points from 13 matches, having scored only nine goals while conceding 16. The team is winless in its last six games, losing four of them, and has allowed goals in each of its previous four outings.

Imbabura isn’t faring much better, also languishing near the bottom of the standings with only ten points. The team is on a five-match losing streak and hasn’t won a game since September 27, reflecting the dire state of the club.

Emelec vs. Imbabura Betting Pick: Draw

Serie A Matchday 14: Técnico Universitario vs. Barcelona SC

Técnico Universitario is enjoying a strong run in the Ecuadorian Liga, securing consecutive victories against Imbabura, Universidad Católica, and Orense. This form has lifted them to sixth place with 21 points. While they remain far from league leaders Liga de Quito, a win could see them overtake Barcelona in the standings. However, their home performance has been inconsistent, with just two wins in their last five matches on home soil.

Barcelona SC sits third in the table and is unbeaten in its last four games, accumulating 23 points. Janner Corozo has been their standout player, tallying 15 goals and seven assists this season. However, a significant weakness for them has been their away form, managing just one win in six road matches.

Técnico Universitario vs. Barcelona SC Betting Pick: Técnico Universitario

Serie A Matchday 14: Independiente del Valle vs. Macará

Independiente del Valle has been a consistent team this season, earning 26 points to secure second place, just three points behind Liga de Quito. However, they are coming off a crucial 2-1 loss against the co-leaders, making this match vital for bouncing back and silencing doubts following that defeat. On home turf, Independiente has been dominant, winning their last five matches.

Macará sits mid-table and enters this clash following two consecutive draws, preceded by a loss to Delfín. Their away form has been poor, with four straight defeats on the road. Additionally, they haven’t managed to beat Independiente del Valle in their last four encounters.

Independiente del Valle vs. Macará Betting Pick: Independiente del Valle

Serie A Matchday 14: Universidad Católica vs. Liga de Quito

Universidad Católica sits in fourth place with 23 points and boasts one of the league’s most potent attacks, scoring 24 goals. Their top scorer is José Fajardo, who has found the net 13 times, complemented by Ismael Díaz’s 10 goals. After the team suffered their first home loss of the semester, they bounced back to win the following five home matches.

Liga de Quito, the most iconic club in Ecuadorian football, leads the league with 29 points. They recently secured a crucial 2-1 victory over their closest challenger, Independiente del Valle. Paraguayan striker Alex Arce, the league’s top scorer with 21 goals, is their standout player. Liga de Quito also holds the distinction of being the best away team in the Liga-Pro.

Universidad Católica vs. Liga de Quito Betting Pick: Liga de Quito