Primera Categoria Serie A
Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 - 20:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Banco del Austro
Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica Prediction & Stats - Primera Categoria Serie A 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica carries real history into this round of the Primera Categoria Serie A.
The two sides meet on 18/07 (Saturday) at Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Banco del Austro, 20:00 (UK time).
Read the Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Double Chance: Deportivo Cuenca or Draw
Last updated on 17-07-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes CD Universidad Católica the side to beat, with roughly 35% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Primera Categoria Serie A odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Deportivo Cuenca Preview
Deportivo Cuenca reach this fixture 18 match into their Primera Categoria Serie A. Here is where Deportivo Cuenca stand:
In this competition
8 won, 3 drawn, 7 lost
1.5 points per game
18 scored, at 1 a game
20 conceded, at 1.11 a game
Deportivo Cuenca, season-wide
10 won, 6 drawn, 9 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Jorge Ordóñez, 5 goals
Most assists: Germán Ariel Rivero, 2 assists
Recent results — Deportivo Cuenca
15/07/2026 18:00
12/07/2026 15:15
04/07/2026 20:00
02/06/2026 16:30
30/05/2026 20:00
CD Universidad Católica: how they are travelling
CD Universidad Católica come in 18 matches into their Primera Categoria Serie A.
Here is what CD Universidad Católica have produced:
In this competition
7 won, 5 drawn, 6 lost
1.44 points per game
28 scored, at 1.56 a game
18 conceded, at 1 a game
CD Universidad Católica, season-wide
8 won, 5 drawn, 7 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Byron Palacios, 6 goals
Most assists: Mauro Alberto Díaz, 6 assists
Recent results — CD Universidad Católica
15/07/2026 18:00
10/07/2026 18:00
06/07/2026 17:30
31/05/2026 19:10
23/05/2026 17:30
The head-to-head favours CD Universidad Católica
CD Universidad Católica have generally come out ahead of Deportivo Cuenca in their recent meetings.
From 39 match(es):
CD Universidad Católica: 18 win(s)
Deportivo Cuenca: 12 win(s)
Drawn: 9
That trend is worth factoring into the Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica prediction.
Form comparison Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Deportivo Cuenca
Ecuador - Primera Categoria Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
L
W
D
|
1.47 |
| Home |
L
W
D
W
L
|
1.33 |
| Away |
D
L
W
W
L
|
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 42% | 33% | 50% |
| Goals | 2.11 | 2.56 | 1.7 |
| Scored | 1 | 1.22 | 0.8 |
| Conceded | 1.11 | 1.33 | 0.9 |
| Both Teams to Score | 47% | 78% | 20% |
| Without Conceding | 32% | 11% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 11% | 30% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.32 | 1.41 | 1.25 |
|
xGA
|
1.61 | 1.62 | 1.6 |
Away Team
CD Universidad Católica
Ecuador - Primera Categoria Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
L
L
L
|
1.53 |
| Home |
W
W
L
D
L
|
2 |
| Away |
L
L
W
L
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 42% | 60% | 22% |
| Goals | 2.47 | 3.2 | 1.67 |
| Scored | 1.53 | 2.2 | 0.78 |
| Conceded | 0.95 | 1 | 0.89 |
| Both Teams to Score | 47% | 50% | 44% |
| Without Conceding | 37% | 50% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 0% | 44% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.49 | 1.76 | 1.2 |
|
xGA
|
1.26 | 1.01 | 1.53 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Deportivo Cuenca to Win
Backing Deportivo Cuenca to win the match is our top betting tip.
Heading into this clash with CD Universidad Católica, Deportivo Cuenca is set to be the favourite, thanks to their dominant home performances throughout the season.
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5
With Deportivo Cuenca and CD Universidad Católica both looking to attack, this match is likely to see plenty of goal-scoring opportunities.
That’s why we’re backing over 2.5 goals, a bet that wins if at least three goals are scored.
Fixture information - Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica
Match: Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica
Competition: Primera Categoria Serie A
Date: Saturday, 18/07/2026
Kick-off: 20:00 (UK time)
Venue: Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Banco del Austro
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Stats
The statistics for Deportivo Cuenca vs CD Universidad Católica that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.12
League: 2.14
Both Teams to Score
61%
League: 43%
Over 1.5+
67%
League: 63%
Over 2.5+
33%
League: 36%
Cards
6.11
League: 5.08
Corners
9.22
League: 9.14
Home Team
Deportivo Cuenca
Ecuador - Primera Categoria Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
L
W
D
|
1.47 |
| Home |
L
W
D
W
L
|
1.33 |
| Away |
D
L
W
W
L
|
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 42% | 33% | 50% |
| Goals | 2.11 | 2.56 | 1.7 |
| Scored | 1 | 1.22 | 0.8 |
| Conceded | 1.11 | 1.33 | 0.9 |
| Both Teams to Score | 47% | 78% | 20% |
| Without Conceding | 32% | 11% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 11% | 30% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.32 | 1.41 | 1.25 |
|
xGA
|
1.61 | 1.62 | 1.6 |
Away Team
CD Universidad Católica
Ecuador - Primera Categoria Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
L
L
L
|
1.53 |
| Home |
W
W
L
D
L
|
2 |
| Away |
L
L
W
L
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 42% | 60% | 22% |
| Goals | 2.47 | 3.2 | 1.67 |
| Scored | 1.53 | 2.2 | 0.78 |
| Conceded | 0.95 | 1 | 0.89 |
| Both Teams to Score | 47% | 50% | 44% |
| Without Conceding | 37% | 50% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 0% | 44% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.49 | 1.76 | 1.2 |
|
xGA
|
1.26 | 1.01 | 1.53 |
Corners
8.95 / Match
+1% Corners / Match
CD Universidad Católica received +1% more corners than Deportivo Cuenca in the Primera Categoria Serie A
9 / Match
Leones del Norte
(4)
SD Aucas
(5)
Barcelona
(5)
Delfin SC
(10)
LDU Quito
(3)
Libertad
(4)
Guayaquil City FC
(2)(2)
LDU Quito
(4)
Leones del Norte
(7)
Mushuc Runa SC
(5)
CS Emelec
(5)
Orense SC
(7)
Delfin SC
(3)
SD Aucas
Cards
2.32 / Match
+7% Cards / Match
Deportivo Cuenca received +7% more cards than CD Universidad Católica in the Primera Categoria Serie A
2.16 / Match
Leones del Norte
(1)
SD Aucas
(4)
Barcelona
(2)
Delfin SC
(1)
LDU Quito
(1)
Libertad
(3)
Guayaquil City FC
(2)(1)
LDU Quito
(6)
Leones del Norte
(2)
Mushuc Runa SC
(3)
CS Emelec
(3)
Orense SC
(2)
Delfin SC
(0)
SD Aucas
Goals Scored
1 / Match
+53%
CD Universidad Católica is +53% better in terms of goals scored
1.53 / Match
Leones del Norte
(1)
SD Aucas
(0)
Barcelona
(0)
Delfin SC
(1)
LDU Quito
(1)
Libertad
(1)
Guayaquil City FC
(1)(1)
LDU Quito
(0)
Leones del Norte
(2)
Mushuc Runa SC
(0)
CS Emelec
(2)
Orense SC
(2)
Delfin SC
(1)
SD Aucas
Goals Conceded
1.11 / Match
+14%
Deportivo Cuenca condeded +14% more goals than CD Universidad Católica
0.95 / Match
Leones del Norte
(1)
SD Aucas
(1)
Barcelona
(2)
Delfin SC
(0)
LDU Quito
(1)
Libertad
(0)
Guayaquil City FC
(0)(0)
LDU Quito
(1)
Leones del Norte
(3)
Mushuc Runa SC
(1)
CS Emelec
(1)
Orense SC
(2)
Delfin SC
(2)
SD Aucas
Primera Categoria Serie A Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
CSD Independiente del Valle
|
19 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 43 | 19 | 24 | 46 | 2.42 |
| 2 |
SD Aucas
|
19 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 21 | 19 | 2 | 32 | 1.68 |
| 3 |
Barcelona
|
19 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 21 | 14 | 7 | 31 | 1.63 |
| 4 |
CD Universidad Católica
|
19 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 29 | 18 | 11 | 29 | 1.53 |
| 5 |
Macará
|
19 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 20 | 19 | 1 | 29 | 1.53 |
| 6 |
LDU Quito
|
19 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 19 | 15 | 4 | 28 | 1.47 |
| 7 |
Deportivo Cuenca
|
19 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 19 | 21 | -2 | 28 | 1.47 |
| 8 |
Leones del Norte
|
19 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 24 | 1.26 |
| 9 |
CS Emelec
|
19 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 16 | 17 | -1 | 24 | 1.42 |
| 10 |
Técnico Universitario
|
19 | 7 | 2 | 10 | 19 | 20 | -1 | 23 | 1.21 |
| 11 |
Orense SC
|
19 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 22 | 26 | -4 | 23 | 1.21 |
| 12 |
Guayaquil City FC
|
19 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 17 | 22 | -5 | 23 | 1.21 |
| 13 |
Mushuc Runa SC
|
19 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 24 | 29 | -5 | 21 | 1.11 |
| 14 |
Libertad
|
19 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 18 | 25 | -7 | 21 | 1.11 |
| 15 |
Delfin SC
|
19 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 18 | -7 | 20 | 1.05 |
| 16 |
Manta FC
|
19 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 7 | 24 | -17 | 13 | 0.68 |
Odds
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