Final Score: CS Emelec: 1 - CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 1

Goals:

CS Emelec: 1

CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 1

Assists:

CS Emelec: 2

CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 0

Shots on Target:

CS Emelec: 7

CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 4

Goalkeeper Saves:

CS Emelec: 4

CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 7

Shots off Target:

CS Emelec: 3

CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 2

Corner Kicks:

CS Emelec: 4

CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 3

Fouls:

CS Emelec: 2

CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 3

Substitutions:

CS Emelec: 3

CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 3

Offsides:

CS Emelec: 1

CD Universidad Catolica Quito: 1

In this closely contested Serie A match-up, CS Emelec and CD Universidad Catolica Quito finished with a 1-1 draw, with no cautions shown to either side.

Looking at the match statistics, it's clear that CS Emelec set a much higher attacking tempo. Their 7 shots on target, compared to CD Universidad Catolica Quito's 4, underscores this fact. However, their conversion rate was subpar considering the extra shot on target chances they had. This was in large part due to CD Universidad Catolica Quito's goalkeeper, who managed an impressive seven saves.

Immaculate discipline was observed from both teams with zero yellow and red cards shown. However, Emelec executed better in terms of created opportunities. This was highlighted by two assists which contributed directly to their lone goal. CD Universidad Catolica Quito, on the other hand, didn't manage to rack up any assists, which may indicate their struggle to coordinate effectively in the final third of the pitch.

In terms of defensive play, both teams were nearly evenly matched in fouls committed, with CD Universidad Catolica Quito committing one more than CS Emelec, demonstrating the tightly contested nature of the match.

Offsides were also in balance as both teams went offside once, hinting a well-drilled defensive line on both sides.

As for substitutions, each team used three, pointing towards a constant tactically adaptive approach from both managers.

Overall, this match was closely contested in many aspects. CS Emelec's initial attacking dominance wasn't fully capitalized, while CD Universidad Catolica Quito's defensive solidarity proved key in securing a share of the spoils despite on-paper inferiority in offensive play. This analysis shows that shot conversion and goalkeeper's performance played significant roles in the final 1-1 result.

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