Last Updated on April 25, 2024 7:29 pm by Erwin Noguera
We have reached Matchday 10 of the Ecuadorian Serie A in this First Phase of the 2024 season, where the excitement and intensity of the competition continues to grip soccer fans across the country.
At this crucial moment, all eyes are on Aucas and Independiente del Valle, who are locked in a fierce battle for first place in the table. With the Ídolo currently leading the group with 20 points and Independiente close behind with 19 points, the competition at the top is exceptionally tight. Meanwhile, Emelec is in the chase, trailing just a few points behind the favorites.
The captivating race for first place is a testament to the high stakes and relentless drive of these teams as they vie for Serie A supremacy. With each match becoming increasingly crucial, the stage is set for captivating encounters that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.
Below, we bring you a preview of the best matches for this matchday 10 of Ecuador’s Serie A, with their respective betting odds and our free predictions.
Serie A de Ecuador: Date 10 – Deportivo Cuenca vs. Mushuc Runa
When and Where?
Friday, April 26, 8:00 pm ET at the Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Banco del Austro
Moneyline odds:
Deportivo Cuenca 1.92
Mushuc Runa 3.71
Draw Offs:
3.55
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Deportivo Cuenca has had a tournament to forget so far, as in 9 games played, they have accumulated five draws and four losses, with 11 goals for and 18 against.This is the only team in all of Ecuador’s Serie A that does not know what a victory is in this tournament. While the team has a great amount of goals scored, we have that their defense is the worst in the entire league.
Finally, Deportivo Cuenca is coming off a 1-2 loss to Técnico Universitario.
On the other hand, Mushuc Runa started the tournament on the right foot, winning two really interesting matches against Libertad FC and Imbabura by 2-1 and 3-0, respectively. However, the team had a notable drop in their performance, which keeps them in tenth place in the table, after losing four of their last five games played.
Runa comes into this matchday after two defeats in a row, the most recent being a 1-2 loss to Independiente del Valle.
For this match, our prediction is a win for Deportivo Cuenca.
Deportivo Cuenca vs. Mushuc Runa Betting Pick: Deportivo Cuenca
Serie A de Ecuador: Date 10 – Imbabura vs. Independiente del Valle
When and Where?
Sunday, April 28, 1:30 pm ET at the Ibarra Olympic Stadium
Moneyline odds:
Imbabura 5.27
Independiente del Valle 1.61
Draw Offs:
3.91
Where can I watch it?
Imbabura, like other teams in this first phase of Ecuador’s Serie A season, started very well by earning points thanks to two victories.However, their performance gradually declined, and right now, they are in 12th place in the standings, with a record of two wins, two draws, and five losses, with seven goals scored and 16 conceded.
As we can notice, their defense is extremely weak, and if they want to climb up the table, they will have to be better at the back to prevent rival approaches. Imbabura comes into this matchday after a 2-2 draw against U. Catolica.
On the other hand, we have Independiente del Valle, a team in a fierce fight for the top of the table with Aucas at this point of the season. Right now, the team has an excellent record of five wins and four draws, being, together with U. Catolica, the only team undefeated in this tournament.
Independiente del Valle needs more determination when looking for victories, as they have accumulated three draws and two wins in their last five games. However, they come from an excellent victory against Mushuc Runa with a score of 2-1. Likewise, they lost at home against Palmeiras by 2-3 on matchday 3 of the Copa Libertadores de América group stage.
For this match, we do not doubt that our prediction is a win for Independiente del Valle.
Imbabura vs. Independiente del Valle Betting Pick: Independiente del Valle
Serie A de Ecuador: Date 10 – Macará vs. Aucas
When and Where?
Sunday, April 28, 4:00 pm ET at the Estadio Bellavista
Moneyline odds:
Macará 2.72
Aucas 2.46
Draw Offs:
3.36
Where can I watch it?
Macará is, right now, one of the pleasant surprises of this first phase of the 2024 Ecuadorian Serie A season. The team currently has a record of three wins, five draws, and one loss and is only six points behind Aucas at the top of the table.
In addition, it is worth mentioning that Macará comes into this round 10 after four draws and one win in their last five games, the most recent being a draw against Delfín with a 1-1 score.
On the other hand, Aucas has shown a high level in these first few games, and with a record of six wins, two draws, and one loss, they lead the Ecuadorian Serie A standings. Likewise, the team has no margin for error, as they have Independiente del Valle just one point behind them in the table.
That leaves Aucas in a position where they cannot lose a single game. Otherwise, they could drop to second place in the table. Aucas comes into this matchday ten after an excellent win against Emelec with a score of 3-1.
For this match, our winner’s chip is for Aucas.
Macará vs. Aucas Betting Pick: Aucas
Serie A de Ecuador: Date 10 – Emelec vs. Barcelona SC
When and Where?
Sunday, April 28, 7:00 pm ET at the Estadio Capwell
Moneyline odds:
Emelec 2.16
Barcelona SC 3.29
Draw Offs:
3.30
Where can I watch it?
Both historic teams in South American soccer face each other in this matchday.
Emelec comes into this matchday after a positive start following four wins, four draws, and one loss in their first nine games played. In addition, the team has ten goals for and six against, which clearly shows that their main strength is defense.
The Bombillo comes into this matchday after losing to the leaders, Aucas, with a score of 1-3.
On the other hand, Barcelona SC arrives at this matchday with the firm conviction to keep winning and climbing up the standings. Right now, they are sixth in the table, with a record of four wins, two draws, and one loss, with 12 goals scored and only four conceded. As we can see, they are the best defensive team in the league.
Likewise, we have that Barcelona SC comes to this matchday after three consecutive victories, the most recent one against El Nacional, with a score of 1-0.
We expect a close match between these two teams, but, in the end, Emelec will take the victory.
Emelec vs. Barcelona SC Betting Pick: Emelec
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