Emelec vs Universidad Catolica tips and predictions

Confidence likely difference for Universidad Catolica

On 17 points, sixth placed Emelec host fourth placed Universidad Catolica. The visitors are just ahead of them with 18 points.

The jury's still out on this one but you can make a case for all outcomes. The away team has the edge when you consider their chances and the prices available.

The hosts are setting out to put some of their latest underpowered outings out of their memory. Playing at home Emelec's displays should be reviewed. They've been goalless in 9 of their last 19 games on their own turf which probably won't get the job done here.

Universidad Catolica have been victorious in 11 of their last 15 trips away. Many of these results have been summarised by how clinical they can be in front of goal. They've scored two or more goals in 7 of their last 11 away fixtures and should they deliver their prolific best they can be a real nuisance here. They have been solid at the back when on the road. Conceding an average of 0.7 goals across their latest 18 away campaigns has given them decent foundations to work with. The visitors will like this match-up.

Apart from the match winner market, the BTTS No is a decent separate bet.

The head-to-head shows that Universidad Catolica have won 3 of the last 4 games between these teams.