Gualaceo SC vs Independiente del Valle Prediction: Independiente Looking to Make it Five Consecutive Wins

In the upcoming fixture of Liga Pro Ecuador, Round 9, Gualaceo SC will be up against Independiente del Valle at the Estadio Municipal Jorge Andrade Cantos in Ecuador. With Independiente del Valle leading the points table standings with 6 wins and 19 points from 8 matches, the upcoming matchup could have some more of the blistering performances. Gualaceo SC on the other hand stands 7th with 4 wins and 13 points and will be looking to win big by upsetting the opposition up front. The two competing sides last played against each other in August 2022 and Independiente won (2-0). Considering the robust match form Independiente, the upcoming matchup could deliver another reasonable result in the first half of play. Continue reading to find out more about the matchup. 

Gualaceo SC - Coming off a Win Against Deportivo Cuenca (WWLDL)

Going in the matchup, Gualaceo SC is coming off a win against Deportivo Cuenca (1-2) in which Bryon Angulo and Joaquin Verges scored goals. The opening goal from Byron set the tone of Gualaceo SC on which they build on later. With 2 wins, 2 defeats, and a draw in the last five matches played, Gualaceo SC will be looking forward to making it three in three wins. The last time Gualaceo SC played at home, it won against Universidad Catolica (1-0). Talking about the scoring, Gualaceo SC has scored in 4 of the last 5 matches played and averages 1.00 goals per game. However, the conceding average is 2.00 goals per game. Therefore, Gualaceo SC is likely to push itself hard and block the attack from the opposition. 

Expected Opening Lineup for Gualaceo SC

Walter Hinostroza; Edwin Mesa, Andrés Campas, John Ontaneda, Byron Torres; Federico Flores, Joaquín Vergés, Stalin Morocho; Jesús Preciado, Olmes García, Byron Angulo.

Independiente del Valle - Coming off Four Consecutive Wins (WWWWD)

Going in the matchup, Independiente del Valle is coming off four consecutive wins across all competitions and is likely to deliver in the upcoming matchup as well. Coming off a win against Corinthians (1-2) speaks much about Independiente’s class in Libertadores this year. Lautaro Diaz scored goals in the 22nd and 52nd minute of play, winning it comprehensively for his side. With the likes of Marcelo Moreno and Michael Hoyos in the lineup, Independiente del Valle will be looking forward to exciting matchup and clinical performances. With a robust scoring average of 1.60 goals in the last five matches played, Independiente will be looking to win the upcoming contest in clean sheets.

Expected Opening Lineup for Independiente del Valle

Moisés Ramírez; Matías Fernández, Mateo Carabajal, Richard Schunke, Agustín García Basso, Gustavo Cortez; Jordy Alcívar, Cristian Pellerano, Joao Ortiz; Michael Hoyos, Lautaro Díaz.

Expert Betting Tips

Independiente del Valle has secured two wins and a draw in the last three away fixtures, making them favorite to win the upcoming matchup as well. The match total is likely to be just over 2.5 goals and only Independiente to score. Considering that Independiente has only allowed three goals in the last five matches, I am expecting a one-sided win (0-3).

• Independiente del Valle to Win for 1.65
• Total Over 2.5 for 1.945
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.836