Liga de Quito is set to face Independiente del Valle in a crucial match of the Liga Ecuabet. This encounter will take place on Wednesday, December 10, at 17:00 local time. The venue for this highly anticipated clash is Estadio Banco Guayaquil.
Liga de Quito’s Recent Performance
Referred to as “Rey de Copas,” Liga de Quito recently suffered a defeat against Orense in the national tournament. Despite this setback, the team has quickly returned to training, gearing up for what promises to be a challenging match against the reigning champions of Ecuadorian football.
Match Importance
With no title aspirations left for this season, Liga de Quito aims to secure vital points. A victory would bring the team closer to achieving second place, which is essential for qualifying for the group stage of the CONMEBOL Libertadores 2026.
Injury Updates and Lineup
In preparation for this match, Liga de Quito is facing some challenges due to injuries. Players Gonzalo Valle and Alejandro Cabeza will miss the game because of their respective injuries. However, the team will welcome back Leonel Quiñónez and Gian Franco Allala, who are returning after serving suspensions.
Probable Starting XI
Coach Tiago Nunes is expected to field the following lineup:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Alexander Domínguez |
| Defender | Gian Allala |
| Defender | Ricardo Adé |
| Defender | Richard Mina |
| Midfielder | Bryan Ramírez |
| Midfielder | Carlos Gruezo |
| Midfielder | Alexander Alvarado |
| Midfielder | Fernando Cornejo |
| Defender | Leonel Quiñónez |
| Forward | Lautaro Pastrán |
| Forward | Michael Estrada |
With a solid strategic formation, Liga de Quito looks to capitalize on this opportunity. The outcome of this match could significantly influence their path to the Libertadores tournament.
