Aucas and Deportivo Cuenca Face Off in Copa Ecuador Round of 16 After Different Seasons

The Gonzalo Pozo Ripalda Stadium will host an important Copa Ecuador Round of 16 match on Wednesday, where Aucas will face Deportivo Cuenca, according to DSports. This matchup features two teams on different paths as both aim for a place in the quarterfinals.

Aucas is currently in a tough situation. After a good start to the LigaPro season, they have dropped to eighth place with 38 points and enter the cup match following three consecutive losses. There are worries about their chances of making it to the league’s final round.

In contrast, Deportivo Cuenca is in great form. Under the management of Gabriel Schurrer, the team is unbeaten in five matches and is approaching the knockout game with confidence, eager to continue their success in Ecuador’s historic domestic cup.

However, away from the field, issues remain for the Morlacos. Earlier this week, players publicly addressed the problem of unpaid wages for July and August, which casts a shadow over their recent achievements.

Probable lineups: Aucas — Reséndez; Ciccioli, Rolón, Segura Cortés, Mina; Cano, Mina Jara, Jaramillo, Almagro Albán; Carcelén, Miranda. Deportivo Cuenca — Bustos; Gustavino, Raggio, Gómez, Piedra Zaputt; Moreno; Arroyo, Maccari, Tobar, Estupiñán; Rodríguez.