Overview

• The Peruvian midfielder has received medical clearance and rejoined full training under coach Guillermo Duró.
• He was included in the delegation traveling to Quito to face Leones FC on Wednesday’s round of 16 tie at 4:00 p.m. at Estadio Gonzalo Pozo Ripalda, with TV on DSports/DIRECTV and streaming on DGO.
• The coaching staff plans a phased return, with expectations pointing to a substitute role rather than a start.
• Cueva had been sidelined nearly a month with a muscle issue from the 4–0 loss to Barcelona SC and served a two-match suspension for violent conduct.
• Emelec’s financial issues persist with reported wage delays and recent refusals to concentrate by players as the club also chases a Copa Sudamericana berth through the hexagonal.