Tomás Yelmini
Get ready for an exciting match in South American soccer as El Nacional vs Barcelona SC face off in matchday 12 of the LigaPro Ecuador league at the Atahualpa Olympic Stadium in Quito.
El Nacional has had an inconsistent season, with no ties yet, and currently holding 6th place in the standings. On the other hand, Barcelona SC is in 2nd place, but may be a bit tired from playing in the Copa Libertadores during the week.
Without further ado, at JefeBet, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know about how both teams are preparing for this showdown in matchday 12 of the LigaPro Ecuador. We’ll also provide you with the betting preview, odds, and possible lineups for El Nacional vs Barcelona SC.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the El Nacional vs Barcelona SC LigaPro Ecuador Matchday 12 Game on May 28, 2023
- Where: Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa – Quito, Ecuador
- When: Sunday, May 28, 2023, 7:00 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: El Nacional (+130) / Tie (+220) / Barcelona SC (+185)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-125) / Under (-115)
- Both teams score: Yes (-170) / No (+120)
All odds are provided by DraftKings.
Betting on Club Deportivo El Nacional
El Nacional currently holds 6th place with 18 points, trailing the leader Independiente del Valle by 10 points. In 11 games, the team won six and lost five, scoring 17 goals, but also conceding quite a few.
In the last five games, El Nacional won three and lost two. Unfortunately, it suffered a defeat last weekend when it lost 3-1 to Guayaquil City (12th) on enemy grounds. Even though El Nacional only had 40% possession, it managed to create 20 shots, and scored seven times, more than its opponent (10 and 5, respectively).
During those 90 minutes, the team also committed more fouls (16 vs 14), and ended the game with two players sent off: Bryan Morcillo (at 66′), and Norman Arroyo (at 74′), both of whom play on the right side of the field. Jorge Galarce scored the only goal for El Nacional at 51′.
Possible Lineup (3-5-2): David Cabezas; Jerry Arizaga, Walter Rosales, John Narváez; Daniel Mencias, Bryan Tana, Jefferson Arboleda, Maicon Solís, Silvano Mina; Byron Palacios, Ronie Carrillo.
Betting on Barcelona Sporting Club
Barcelona SC is currently in second place, trailing Independiente del Valle by five points, with a total of 23 points. In 11 games, the team has won seven games, drawn two, and lost two. So, with 25 goals scored, Barcelona SC is the top-scoring team in the league, while conceding only 10 goals.
In the last five games, it has won three and drawn two, with the most recent victory being a 2-0 win against Orense at home. Argentine players Damián Díaz (the team’s top scorer with 8 goals), and Francisco Fydriszewski scored the goals. In that game, Barcelona SC had 61% possession of the ball, attempted 14 shots, hit the target five times, had an 81% pass accuracy, and won more corners than its opponent (8 vs 3).
However, it’s worth noting that it may come into Sunday’s El Nacional vs Barcelona SC game bruised after a 1-0 loss to Bolívar in La Paz during the week in the Copa Libertadores.
Possible Lineup (4-2-3-1): Víctor Eduardo Mendoza; Pedro Velasco, Joshué Quiñónez, Luca Sosa, Segundo Portocarrero; Leonai, Bruno Piñatares; Janner Corozo, Damián Díaz, Christian Ortiz; Francisco Fydriszewski.
JefeBet Prediction
This is the most played match in the soccer history of the country, with 245 encounters. Barcelona SC is eager to bounce back quickly from its fall in Bolivia, and not lose sight of the championship leader. That’s why, at JefeBet, we estimate that the victory in the upcoming El Nacional vs Barcelona SC will go to the Guayaquil team.
Keeping this in mind, it’s worth noting that at DraftKings, the Barcelona SC line is +185. So, if you bet $100 and win, you’ll take home $185 in addition to your initial bet!
Prediction: Barcelona SC Moneyline (ENA 1 – BCN 2).
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