Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica preview and prediction
The match
Universidad Catolica travel to Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar in the Liga Pro on Saturday 18 July (20:00 WAT) to face Deportivo Cuenca. Deportivo Cuenca are 11th with 47 points from 36 games, while Universidad Catolica sit 3rd on 54 points.
Form guide
Deportivo Cuenca's last 5: DLLWL Most recently they drew with Leones del Norte 1–1 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. Goals have dried up – just 0.5 per game.
Universidad Catolica's last 5: WLLLW Most recently they beat LDU de Quito 1–0 at home. On the road they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 1.5 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 17 March 2026, finished Universidad Catolica 1–0 Deportivo Cuenca.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.4 goals: 1.1 for Deportivo Cuenca and 1.2 for Universidad Catolica. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 44%, both teams to score at 58%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Deportivo Cuenca 36%, draw 24%, Universidad Catolica 41%.
Both teams to score: yes (58%) at 1.80.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 77% chance at odds of 1.25. Predicted score: Deportivo Cuenca 1–1 Universidad Catolica. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Deportivo Cuenca36%fair 2.81 · @2.60
Draw24%fair 4.18 · @3.30
Universidad Catolica41%fair 2.47 · @2.60
2.38Expected goals
1.14Deportivo Cuenca xG
1.24Universidad Catolica xG
58%Both score
44%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
0–111%
1–011%
0–09%
1–28%
2–17%
From our goals model: Deportivo Cuenca 1.1 – 1.2 Universidad Catolica expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Every market, with fair odds
Market
Most likely
Chance
Fair odds
Bookmaker
Match result
Universidad Catolica to win✓
41%
2.47
2.60 ▲
Double chance
Either team to win✓
76%
1.31
1.25
Both teams to score
Both teams to score✗
58%
1.72
1.80
Over/under 1.5 goals
Over 1.5 goals✓
69%
1.45
1.35
Over/under 2.5 goals
Under 2.5 goals✓
56%
1.77
1.70
Over/under 3.5 goals
Under 3.5 goals✓
77%
1.30
1.25
Half-time result
Level at half-time✗
45%
2.20
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Half-time / full-time
HT Universidad Catolica / FT Universidad Catolica✓
What is the prediction for Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 77% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica?
On our numbers Deportivo Cuenca have a 36% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Universidad Catolica 41%.
How many goals will there be in Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica?
We expect about 2.4 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 44% likely and both teams score 58% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica?
Our predicted score is Deportivo Cuenca 1–1 Universidad Catolica, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.4 goals in total.
When is Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica?
Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica (Liga Pro) kicks off on Saturday 18 July 2026 at 20:00 (West Africa Time) at Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
