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LDU Quito and Mirassol meet at the Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado in the second leg of their Copa Libertadores 2026 Round of 16 tie, with the aggregate score locked at 1-1 after their first leg draw in Brazil. The Ecuadorians hold home advantage in what is effectively a knockout match, but the two sides also split results in the group stage earlier this year, making this a genuinely open contest. Mirassol’s ability to stay level on the road in the first leg gives them a real chance of advancing, though LDU’s home record and the altitude in Quito add significant pressure to the visiting side.
Michael Estrada is the standout attacking threat for LDU Quito, having scored 4 goals across the last five matches with 22 shots and consistent involvement in the build-up. For Mirassol, Carlos Eduardo de Oliveira Alves has been quietly effective with 2 goals from midfield, providing a threat from deep that LDU’s defensive block will need to account for.
Hot stat: Mirassol attempted 80 shots across their last five matches while averaging 16 offsides per game, the highest of any team in this fixture, suggesting an aggressive high line and a tendency to push the offside trap to its limit.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Copa Libertadores 2026, Round of 16 |
| 🏟 Venue: | Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado, Quito |
| 🗓️ Date: | 21.08.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 00:00 CEST |
LDU Quito vs Mirassol Prediction
LDU Quito enter this second leg as clear favorites. Their 60% win probability from bookmakers reflects both the home advantage and the altitude factor in Quito, which consistently disrupts visiting Brazilian sides. LDU have won 4 of their last 8 matches and managed a 6-0 domestic win recently, showing they can be lethal in the right conditions. Mirassol, by contrast, have won just 1 of their last 7 fixtures, with three draws and three defeats. That form makes it very difficult to back them to advance.
The first leg 1-1 draw means LDU need only a win to progress. They play a 4-2-3-1 that presses high and funnels play through the midfield, with Jesús Pretell and Jose Carabali logging the most passes and interceptions in recent games. Mirassol’s 4-2-3-1 relies on Neto Moura’s physicality in midfield and Igor Formiga’s defensive contributions, but their pass accuracy (2052 out of 2424 attempted) is slightly higher than LDU’s, suggesting they will try to control possession rather than sit deep.
LDU commit more fouls per game (78 total across 5 matches vs Mirassol’s 70), which could disrupt the flow in midfield and lead to set-piece situations. Mirassol have accumulated 14 yellow cards in 5 matches against LDU’s 11, which raises the likelihood of a card-heavy game. With 28 corners for LDU and 30 for Mirassol across their last five, set pieces will be a factor.
We predict LDU Quito to win this match at home and advance to the quarterfinals. The aggregate tie, home altitude, and Mirassol’s poor recent form all point in one direction.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | LDU Quito to win to nil |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Under 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | No |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 9.5 |
Team Analysis
LDU Quito have been solid across their last five matches. They beat Sociedad Deportiva Aucas 1-0 most recently, a controlled domestic win that follows the 1-1 draw with Mirassol in the first leg. Before that, they lost 0-2 to Independiente del Valle, which was their most significant slip, but they recovered with a 2-1 win over Delfin and a dominant 6-0 against Leones del Norte. Their overall shape this year reflects a team that manages games rather than chasing them, winning 17 of 36 matches at a 47% rate. The squad depth through midfield is notable, with Cornejo, Pretell, and Carabali all logging heavy minutes and maintaining consistent output.
Mirassol arrive in Quito off a 1-5 thrashing by Flamengo, a result that underlines just how much they struggle against top-tier opposition. Prior to the Libertadores first leg, they lost 1-3 to Cruzeiro and 0-1 to Gremio, with only a 1-1 draw against Gremio offering any positive result. Their year-long record of 13 wins from 41 matches at a 32% rate tells a clear story: this is a side that competes but rarely dominates. Their attacking output is not the problem, as they have generated 80 shots in 5 games, but their defensive structure concedes too often at this level.
Most Recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | LDU Quito | Mirassol |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 3 | 3 |
| Total shots | 74 | 80 |
| Free kicks | 48 | 65 |
| Corner kicks | 28 | 30 |
| Total fouls | 78 | 70 |
| Pass accuracy (%) | 91 | 82 |
| Interceptions | 53 | 68 |
| Offsides | 8 | 15 |
🚨Check out our dedicated LDU Quito vs Mirassol stats page for more info.
Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: LDU Quito the Favourite
- Moneyline LDU Quito 1.55 | Mirassol 6.40
- Draw 3.72
- Over/Under Over 2.5 N/A | Under 2.5 N/A
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes N/A | No N/A
The odds strongly reflect LDU’s home advantage, with Pinnacle offering the most value at 1.55 for the hosts. Mirassol at 6.87 (Pinnacle) is generous given they drew the first leg, but their recent collapse against Flamengo and poor form justify the price. The draw at around 3.72 to 3.95 seems fair given the knockout context and LDU’s need to win, which means they are unlikely to settle for a draw. We see value in backing LDU Quito on the moneyline, particularly at 1.60 with Vave or 1.63 with Betfury.
Possible Starting Lineups
LDU Quito Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Gonzalo Valle
- DF: Ricardo Ade, Richard Mina, Josué Cuero Mercado, Luis Segovia
- MF: Jesús Pretell, Jose Carabali, Fernando Cornejo, Janner Corozo, Sebastián González
- FW: Michael Estrada
Gustavo Álvarez is likely to line up in a 4-2-3-1, with Pretell and Carabali anchoring the double pivot, both among the highest in passes and interceptions across the last five games. Cornejo and Corozo provide width, with González operating in the number ten role. Michael Estrada leads the line and is the primary goal threat with 4 goals in 5 matches. Gonzalo Valle gets the nod in goal based on minutes played. Ricardo Ade has been the most consistent defensive presence and will be key to keeping Mirassol’s forward line quiet.
Mirassol Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Walter Leandro Capeloza Artune
- DF: Reinaldo, João Victor Carroll Santana, Gabriel Knesowitsch, Igor Formiga
- MF: Neto Moura, Denilson Alves Borges, Shaylon Cardozo, Japa
- FW: Bruno Santos de Oliveira, Edson Carioca
Rafael Guanaes will also likely deploy a 4-2-3-1. Neto Moura is the engine of the midfield, with 14 interceptions and a yellow card count that shows how combative he is. Reinaldo has been involved in both attacking and defensive phases, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. Bruno Santos is the most active forward with 11 shots across 6 appearances and 1 goal. Edson Carioca provides the link between midfield and attack with 2 assists. Walter Leandro Capeloza Artune takes the goalkeeping spot based on his 8 saves across 4 matches, giving him the highest save rate in the squad.
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Mirassol. Source: Official Website
TipsGG Match Prediction
LDU Quito have the edge in almost every department that matters for this second leg. They play at altitude, they need a win, and their squad has the structure to control a tight knockout match. Mirassol have shown they can score on the road, as the 1-1 first leg proves, but their run of form since then, including a 1-5 defeat and back-to-back losses in the Brazilian league, makes it hard to trust them here. Their 15 offsides in five games suggests a high defensive line that LDU can exploit with Estrada’s movement and Corozo’s runs from wide.
We predict LDU Quito to win 2-0, keeping a clean sheet at home and advancing to the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. The best betting play is LDU Quito to win to nil, supported by Under 2.5 goals as a safer combined option given the tactical caution both sides are likely to show in a knockout second leg.
