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Both clubs will try to win this match to clinch the series in the second leg. It will undoubtedly be a thrilling matchup, where one of them will, unfortunately, be out of the Copa Libertadores. Take a look at our Universidad Catolica vs Millonarios prediction to set the best bet, and read about our analysis and picks for free:
Our Best Picks and Betting Tips for Universidad Catolica vs Millonarios
Millonarios to Win
The away team has won all their matches this season, so they are likely to perform well in this first leg. The host has not yet played an official match and has not played any notable friendlies, so they are likely to be off the pace and make a lot of mistakes in this matchup.
The Universidad Catolica vs Millonarios line ups will be an unknown quantity, as the Ecuadorian team still establishes its starting team. Most likely it will be the away team who will be up on the scoreboard after the first 90 minutes of this series.
Over 2.5 Goals
One of the characteristics of the two games Millonarios have won this season is that they have been full of goals. On both occasions three or more goals were scored, the Colombian team has an average of 2.5 goals scored and 1.5 conceded. This data is enough to think that there will be plenty of goals in this first duel.
BTTS
In the last four home games, the Ecuadorian team scored in all of them. In the only away game the Colombian team played in the new year they finished with three goals scored. The third Universidad Catolica vs Millonarios prediction is that both teams will score at least once.
Universidad Catolica vs Millonarios Preview: First Leg
Universidad Catolica
The Ecuadorian team performed well in the previous season and therefore earned their place at this stage. Since the end of the previous tournament, Universidad Catolica had not played any friendly games against national or international teams.
Not having played during the winter break could affect the team’s performance and the players’ performance. The coach should make a good analysis of the possible
Millonarios
The team coached by Alberto Gamero is in sixth place in Colombian football but has won the only two matches it has played. The difference from their rivals millionaires could not enjoy three matchdays that were postponed.
In the last matchday, they defeated Jaguares de Magdalena 2-1, so far Oscar Cortes and Leandro Castro are the top scorers of the team, and both scored doubles in different games. One thing the team needs to improve is their defensive solidity as they have conceded goals in their only 2 games.
A Quick Review of Universidad Catolica vs Millonarios Odds and Stats
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Ecuador Campeonato Nacional 16/10/22
W
Emelec
0
Universidad Catolica del Ecuador
2
Ecuador Campeonato Nacional 05/09/22
L
SD Aucas
2
Universidad Catolica del Ecuador
1
Ecuador Campeonato Nacional 28/08/22
W
Independiente del Valle
1
Universidad Catolica del Ecuador
2
Copa Sudamericana 24/05/22
L
Union La Calera
3
Universidad Catolica del Ecuador
2
Ecuador Campeonato Nacional 21/05/22
W
Emelec
0
Universidad Catolica del Ecuador
1
Europe Friendlies 15/01/23
L
River Plate
2
Millonarios
0
World Club Friendlies 12/01/23
D
Hertha Berlin
2
Millonarios
2
Colombia Primera A 01/12/22
D
Independiente Santa Fe
1
Millonarios
1
Colombia Primera A 27/11/22
W
Junior
0
Millonarios
1
Colombia Primera A 24/11/22
L
Deportivo Pereira
2
Millonarios
1
FAQs about Universidad Catolica vs Millonarios
Match schedule – The matchup will take place on February 24th at 00:00
Venue – Olimpico Atahualpa Stadium in Quito, Ecuador
Bookmakers odds – Home Team 14/5 (3.80) – Away Team 10/11 (1.91)
The odds in this article were correct at the time of writing. We recommend checking with the bookmaker before placing the bet.
