Univ. Catolica vs Independiente del Valle
Universidad Catolica needs a miracle to be able to qualify for the third romance of the Copa Sudamericana after taking a heavy defeat in the first leg. In the second game they exchanged roles as hosts to entertain Independiente del Valle at Estadio San Carlos de Apoquindo.
The first leg was held a week ago with a 5-0 advantage at Independiente del Valle; The host really dominated the match with 11 shots on target of 61% possession, while visitors were only able to release 1 shot on target.
Well, in this match the Universidad Catolica benefited from the schedule because it did not have any agenda after yesterday’s clash, while Independiente del Valle had to serve Delfin’s challenge in the Ecuador League continued on Monday (27/5) and won 0-1 in the match.
The win was a good signal for Independiente del Valle before tomorrow’s visit. The reason is that it was the first after a draw with CSD Macara and LDU de Quito, then lost to Aucas in 3 previous away matches.
It’s just that the record is still too minimalist to go down to Apoquindo where Universidad Catolica has managed to win 4 wins, 1 draw and only lost 1 since April. During this period they also scored 15 goals, 3 clean sheets, and only conceded 5 times. Meanwhile, Independiente del Valle only scored 1 goal in 4 away matches yesterday and conceded 4 times.
Universidad Catolica is predicted to win with their home record. It’s just that they need a miracle to be able to score 6 goals without conceding.
Our Prediction: 1
Odds: 1.44