Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 July

Deportivo Cuenca

DWLLD

7th place in Primera Division de Ecuador

0-2

Universidad Catolica
Win Probability 38%

18/07/2026 15:00

Universidad Catolica

WLLLW

4th place in Primera Division de Ecuador

Primera Division de Ecuador

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica on 18 July 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica preview before placing your bet.

Deportivo Cuenca will face Universidad Catolica in Primera Division de Ecuador on July 18, 2026 at 15:00.
Deportivo Cuenca are currently 7th with 28 points after 20 matches.
Universidad Catolica sit 4th with 32 points from 20 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.43.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:00

2026-07-18

Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica - Prediction & Odds

Deportivo Cuenca

Universidad Catolica

2026-07-18 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/07/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Independiente del Valle	46	19	15	1	3	43	19	24
02 Sociedad Deportiva Aucas	35	20	10	5	5	22	19	3
03 Barcelona SC(ECU)	34	20	9	7	4	22	14	8
04 Universidad Catolica	32	20	9	5	6	31	18	13
05 Macara	29	20	8	5	7	21	21	0
06 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito	28	20	8	4	8	19	16	3
07 Deportivo Cuenca	28	20	8	4	8	19	23	-4
08 Leones del Norte	27	20	7	6	7	21	20	1
09 Club Sport Emelec	27	19	7	6	6	16	17	-1
10 Tecnico Universitario	23	20	7	2	11	19	21	-2
11 Orense SC	23	19	6	5	8	22	26	-4
12 Guayaquil City	23	19	6	5	8	17	22	-5
13 Delfin SC	23	20	6	5	9	13	19	-6
14 Mushuc Runa	21	19	5	6	8	24	29	-5
15 Libertad FC	21	20	5	6	9	18	26	-8
16 Manta FC	13	19	3	4	12	7	24	-17

Deportivo Cuenca Last 6 matches

19/07/2026 02:00

Deportivo Cuenca 0 - 2 Universidad Catolica

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

16/07/2026 05:00

Leones del Norte 1 - 1 Deportivo Cuenca

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

13/07/2026 02:15

Deportivo Cuenca 0 - 1 Sociedad Deportiva Aucas

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

05/07/2026 07:00

Barcelona SC(ECU) 2 - 0 Deportivo Cuenca

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

03/06/2026 03:30

CD La Union Pujili 0 - 0 Deportivo Cuenca

Ecuador Cup

31/05/2026 07:00

Deportivo Cuenca 1 - 0 Delfin SC

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Universidad Catolica

19/07/2026 02:00

Deportivo Cuenca 0 - 2 Universidad Catolica

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

16/07/2026 05:00

Universidad Catolica 1 - 0 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

11/07/2026 05:00

Leones del Norte 1 - 0 Universidad Catolica

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

07/07/2026 04:30

Universidad Catolica 2 - 3 Mushuc Runa

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

01/06/2026 06:10

Club Sport Emelec 1 - 0 Universidad Catolica

Liga Pro Ecuador Serie A

29/05/2026 06:00

CD El Nacional 1 - 4 Universidad Catolica

Ecuador Cup

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Primera Division de Ec...

Played games

Deportivo Cuenca

Universidad Catolica

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.95

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.15

Scored

Avg. per game

1.55

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.90

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

15 (75%)5 (25%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

16 (80%)4 (20%)

Deportivo Cuenca

Recent matches

Universidad Catolica

Under /Over

(60%)12 8(40%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(70%)14 6(30%)

Under /Over

(20%)4 16(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(20%)4 16(80%)

Under /Over

(35%)7 13(65%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

/Yes

(45%)9 11(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(45%)9 11(55%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Deportivo Cuenca

Universidad Catolica

Shots

Deportivo Cuenca

Total shots

12.58 avg / game

Blocked

56 total

Avg. 2.95

Universidad Catolica

Total shots

13.37 avg / game

Blocked

46 total

Avg. 2.88

Deportivo Cuenca Pass Universidad Catolica

Total passes

7393

Avg. 389 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

7184

Avg. 399 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Deportivo Cuenca

Played games

Universidad Catolica

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.40

4.15

Corners

4.30

15.05

301

Throw-ins

347

17.35

2.15

Offsides

0.85

3.85

GK saves

2.20

Deportivo Cuenca

DISCIPLINARY

Universidad Catolica

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.70

1.65

0.20

0.20

10.30

206

Fouls

183

9.15

9.85

197

Tackles

148

7.40

NEXT MATCHES

Independiente del Valle

NEXT MATCHES

Tecnico Universitario

How We Build the Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica on 18 July 2026 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.

Deportivo Cuenca vs Universidad Catolica Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Deportivo Cuenca'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 Deportivo Cuenca and Universidad Catolica sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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