Overview
- Emelec advanced after a 0-0 draw against Guayaquil City was settled 2-0 on penalties, with Alfonso Barco and José Cevallos converting.
- Christian Cueva entered after halftime and was caught on broadcast in a heated exchange with referee Oswaldo Contreras around the 64th minute.
- Cueva failed to score his attempt in the shootout, while Guayaquil City missed all of their penalties.
- Club idol Carlos Torres Garcés criticized Cueva’s physical condition and training habits in comments on KCH Radio before the match.
- Transfer reporter César Luis Merlo and local outlets say Cueva plans to leave in the coming months due to unpaid wages since June and personal reasons, with his season tally at two goals and two assists in 12 matches.