CD El Nacional vs Universidad Catolica: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 April

CD El Nacional

D W L W L

5th place in Apertura

1 - 2

08/04/2023 16:30

Universidad Catolica

L L D W W

7th place in Apertura

Primera Division de Ecuador

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for CD El Nacional vs Universidad Catolica on 08 April 2023 (kick-off: 16:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full CD El Nacional vs Universidad Catolica preview before placing your bet.

CD El Nacional are currently 5th with 23 points after 15 matches.
Universidad Catolica sit 7th with 22 points from 15 matches.
Head-to-head history favors Universidad Catolica, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. CD El Nacional have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

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Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 08/04/2023

Apertura	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito	36	15	11	3	1	21	4	17
02 Barcelona SC(ECU)	32	15	9	5	1	24	15	9
03 Sociedad Deportiva Aucas	25	15	6	7	2	22	15	7
04 Delfin SC	24	15	5	9	1	19	12	7
05 CD El Nacional	23	15	5	8	2	25	19	6
06 Club Sport Emelec	22	15	5	7	3	14	8	6
07 Universidad Catolica	22	15	5	7	3	15	12	3
08 Independiente Jose Teran	21	15	6	3	6	18	15	3
09 Mushuc Runa	19	15	5	4	6	14	19	-5
10 Tecnico Universitario	19	15	4	7	4	20	17	3
11 Deportivo Cuenca	16	15	3	7	5	12	16	-4
12 Orense SC	16	15	4	4	7	15	15	0
13 Libertad FC	15	15	4	3	8	12	18	-6
14 Guayaquil City	10	15	2	4	9	5	18	-13
15 Cumbaya FC	9	15	1	6	8	14	26	-12
16 Gualaceo SC	7	15	1	4	10	9	30	-21

Autumn	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Independiente Jose Teran	34	15	11	1	3	31	15	16
02 CD El Nacional	30	15	10	0	5	32	25	7
03 Barcelona SC(ECU)	26	15	8	2	5	30	20	10
04 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito	26	15	7	5	3	29	17	12
05 Delfin SC	24	15	7	3	5	18	23	-5
06 Sociedad Deportiva Aucas	24	15	7	3	5	17	19	-2
07 Universidad Catolica	24	15	7	3	5	22	25	-3
08 Orense SC	21	15	6	3	6	17	21	-4
09 Deportivo Cuenca	21	15	7	0	8	24	21	3
10 Tecnico Universitario	18	15	5	3	7	21	15	6
11 Gualaceo SC	18	15	5	3	7	17	23	-6
12 Cumbaya FC	17	15	4	5	6	10	13	-3
13 Club Sport Emelec	14	15	3	5	7	18	20	-2
14 Mushuc Runa	13	15	3	4	8	14	25	-11
15 Libertad FC	13	15	2	7	6	20	26	-6
16 Guayaquil City	12	15	3	3	9	17	29	-12

Head To Head

19/11/2020 15:30

CD El Nacional

0 - 2

Universidad Catolica

ECU D1

23/08/2020 17:00

Universidad Catolica

1 - 1

CD El Nacional

ECU D1

25/08/2019 13:15

CD El Nacional

0 - 1

Universidad Catolica

ECU D1

07/04/2019 19:30

Universidad Catolica

3 - 1

CD El Nacional

ECU D1

19/10/2018 20:15

CD El Nacional

1 - 3

Universidad Catolica

ECU D1

01/09/2018 16:30

Universidad Catolica

1 - 2

CD El Nacional

ECU D1

CD El Nacional

17%

Draw

17%

Universidad Catolica

67%

CD El Nacional Last 6 matches

19/03/2023 17:30

CD El Nacional 0 - 2 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito ECU D1

04/03/2023 15:00

CD El Nacional 3 - 2 Tecnico Universitario ECU D1

01/03/2023 20:00

Dep.Independiente Medellin 2 - 1 CD El Nacional CON CLA

26/02/2023 17:30

Sociedad Deportiva Aucas 0 - 2 CD El Nacional ECU D1

22/02/2023 18:00

CD El Nacional 2 - 2 Dep.Independiente Medellin CON CLA

15/02/2023 20:00

CD El Nacional 3 - 1 Nacional Potosi CON CLA

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Universidad Catolica

23/03/2023 17:00

Deportes La Serena 0 - 2 Universidad Catolica INT CF

19/03/2023 15:00

Sociedad Deportiva Aucas 4 - 1 Universidad Catolica ECU D1

05/03/2023 17:30

Universidad Catolica 3 - 0 Guayaquil City ECU D1

02/03/2023 20:00

Millonarios 2 - 1 Universidad Catolica CON CLA

26/02/2023 15:00

Tecnico Universitario 4 - 1 Universidad Catolica ECU D1

23/02/2023 20:00

Universidad Catolica 0 - 0 Millonarios CON CLA

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Primera Division de Ec...

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

CD El Nacional

Universidad Catolica

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.07

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.77

Scored

Avg. per game

0.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.87

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 30 matches

YesNo

20 (67%)10 (33%)

In last 30 matches

NoYes

15 (50%)15 (50%)

CD El Nacional

Recent matches

Universidad Catolica

Under /Over

(87%)26 4(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(60%)18 12(40%)

Under /Over

(50%)15 15(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)10 20(67%)

Under /Over

(50%)15 15(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(37%)11 19(63%)

/Yes

(67%)20 10(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)15 15(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

CD El Nacional

Universidad Catolica

Shots

CD El Nacional

Total shots

13.17 avg / game

Blocked

44 total

Avg. 2.93

Universidad Catolica

Total shots

12.00 avg / game

Blocked

35 total

Avg. 2.19

CD El Nacional Pass Universidad Catolica

Total passes

3681

Avg. 205 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

45%

Total passes

6682

Avg. 371 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

CD El Nacional

Played games

Universidad Catolica

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.20

Clean sheets

0.37

4.13

124

Corners

142

4.73

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.43

Offsides

1.13

1.47

GK saves

2.23

CD El Nacional

DISCIPLINARY

Universidad Catolica

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

3.00

2.23

0.13

0.23

12.60

378

Fouls

350

11.67

6.27

188

Tackles

184

6.13

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the CD El Nacional vs Universidad Catolica Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for CD El Nacional vs Universidad Catolica on 08 April 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Primera Division de Ecuador fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

CD El Nacional vs Universidad Catolica Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess CD El Nacional's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Universidad Catolica's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Primera Division de Ecuador Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Primera Division de Ecuador standings and the Primera Division de Ecuador form table to understand exactly where CD El Nacional and Universidad Catolica sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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