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Macara sit second in the Liga Pro 2026 Apertura standings and host Manta at Estadio Bellavista on Matchday 28, with the home side looking to keep pressure on leaders Independiente del Valle. Manta arrive at the bottom of the table with only 20 points from 26 games, and their last three H2H visits to Ambato ended in defeat. The one number that stands out before kick-off: Macara’s defensive record at home is the primary reason bookmakers price them as heavy favourites at around 1.50.
Jose Cazares pulls the strings in Macara’s midfield, completing the most passes among their outfield players (174 over the last five matches) and picking up 12 fouls drawn, making him the creative engine Guillermo Sanguinetti’s side runs through. For Manta, forward Jostin Alman is the main attacking threat with one goal and one assist in five games, firing seven shots, more than any other Manta player in that span.
Macara committed 72 fouls across their last five matches, an average of more than 14 per game, suggesting they press aggressively and disrupt opposition rhythm. Manta, by contrast, racked up 12 offsides in five games, the highest figure in this fixture’s context, reflecting a high-line attacking approach that often gets caught out.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Liga Pro 2026, Apertura, Ecuador |
| 🏟 Venue: | Estadio Bellavista, Ambato |
| 🗓️ Date: | 02.09.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 21:00 CEST |
Macara vs Manta Prediction
Macara are the clear pick here. They sit 25 points above Manta in the standings, hold a 3-0-0 record across the last three H2H meetings, and play at Estadio Bellavista where Manta have consistently struggled. Manta have won just five of their 26 league games this season and carry a goal difference of -19, the worst in the division. Macara’s 44% win rate over 41 games this year is solid, and their last-30-days record of three wins from seven shows they are in decent form heading into this fixture.
Macara average 14-plus fouls per game and show 12 yellow cards across their last five outings, which signals an intense, physically direct style. Manta’s 48 fouls and nine yellows in five games suggest a more passive defensive approach, one that tends to concede territory. With Macara’s passing volume (1,754 passes in five matches versus Manta’s 1,643) and higher accuracy, expect the home side to dominate possession and create the clearer chances. We predict a Macara win, and the structure of this matchup points toward a controlled rather than chaotic game, making a clean sheet for the home side a realistic outcome.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Macara to Win to Nil |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Under 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | No |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 7.5 |
Team Analysis
Macara’s last five matches show a mixed but generally positive picture. They beat Orense 2-1 in their most recent outing, bounced back from a 0-1 loss to Libertad, and earlier drew 0-0 with Santos before a 1-1 draw with Universidad Católica. The loss to Santos (1-2) and the goalless draw show that Macara can be contained by well-organised sides, but against a Manta team that has conceded 33 goals in 26 games, the home side’s attack should find space. Rodrigo Rodríguez has made 15 saves across five matches, confirming he is the first-choice goalkeeper and a reliable presence between the posts.
Manta’s recent record makes difficult reading: two wins and three losses in the last 30 days, with no draws in that period. Their last match was a 2-0 win over Barcelona SC, which is encouraging, but before that they conceded five against Universidad Católica (1-5) and two against Leones del Norte (0-2). Walter Chavez has made 27 saves in five games, which underlines just how much pressure Manta’s defence absorbs on a regular basis. Jostin Alman remains their brightest spark going forward, but a single goal from seven shots over five games shows the team’s attacking efficiency is limited.
Most Recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Macara | Manta |
|---|---|---|
| Goals (last 3 H2H) | 6 | 3 |
🚨Check out our dedicated Macara vs Manta stats page for more info.
Manta. Source: Official Facebook
Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: Macara the Favourite
- Moneyline Macara 1.50–1.53 | Manta 4.50–5.75
- Draw 3.60–3.80
- Over/Under Over 2.5 — | Under 2.5 —
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes — | No —
The odds reflect what the table shows. Macara at 1.50–1.53 is a short price, but it is earned: they are 25 points clear of Manta and three from three in recent H2H meetings. The draw at 3.60–3.80 carries little appeal given how dominant Macara have been in this fixture. Manta at 4.50–5.75 is only worth considering as part of a larger accumulator, not as a standalone bet. To be honest, the value in this match lies in the “Macara to Win to Nil” market rather than the straight moneyline, given Manta’s goal drought and Macara’s solid defensive record at home.
Macara line up in their familiar 4-2-3-1 shape. Rodrigo Rodríguez is the confirmed starter in goal with 15 saves across five games. Denilson Bolanos is the most active defender in possession with 116 passes and 89% accuracy over five matches, and he also picks up yellow cards (three in five games), which is a caution risk to monitor. Jose Cazares is the player to watch: his 174 passes and 12 fouls drawn make him the central figure in Macara’s build-up and transition play. Jean Estacio completes the midfield core with consistent appearances across all five recent games.
Manta set up in a 4-4-2. Walter Chavez is the clear first-choice goalkeeper, having made 27 saves in five games, a figure that tells its own story about the pressure Manta’s backline faces. Alexander Medina is the most active defender in possession with 138 passes, while Jostin Alman leads the attack and is the only Manta outfielder with a goal and assist in this data set. Javier Carvajal will need Alman sharp if Manta are to trouble Macara’s defence at all.
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Macara. Source: Official Facebook
TipsGG Match Prediction
Macara are the dominant force in this fixture by every available measure. Their second-place standing, home advantage at Estadio Bellavista, a 3-0-0 H2H record in the last three meetings, and Manta’s league-worst goal difference of -19 all point in one direction. Manta’s 2-0 win over Barcelona SC last time out is a minor warning, but that result looks like an outlier given the broader context. Walter Chavez will be tested early and often. We predict a Macara win, most likely by a single goal margin, with the home side keeping a clean sheet. The “Macara to Win to Nil” and “Under 2.5 Goals” markets offer the best value in this matchup, and corners should flow freely given Macara’s attacking pressure — Over 7.5 corners at Estadio Bellavista is a reasonable secondary play.
