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Sociedad Deportiva Aucas hosts Manta at Estadio Gonzalo Pozo Ripalda in Quito for this Liga Pro 2026 Apertura clash. With Aucas sitting 7th and Manta rooted at the bottom of the table, both sides enter this matchup with contrasting ambitions. Notably, Aucas has shown firepower at home, recently thrashing San Antonio 3-0. Manta, meanwhile, struggles in attack—scoring just 4 goals in 14 league games.
Aucas midfielder Ederson Quiñónez’s presence stands out—his recent goal and energetic midfield play have often driven Aucas forward. For Manta, forward Jostin Alman is a rare bright spot, providing movement up front and leading the team in shots, though his conversion rate remains an issue.
Hot stat: Manta have not scored in four of their last five matches, underlining their scoring woes.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Liga Pro 2026 Apertura, Ecuador |
| 🏟 Venue: | Estadio Gonzalo Pozo Ripalda, Quito |
| 🗓️ Date: | 26.05.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 02:00 CEST |
Sociedad Deportiva Aucas vs Manta prediction
We predict Sociedad Deportiva Aucas to secure a confident win. Their 69% win probability, home advantage, and solid recent form give them the edge against a Manta side with a 13% season win rate and a league-worst -11 goal difference. Manta has scored only 4 goals in 14 matches, while Aucas’s attack looks sharper, especially at home.
Aucas tends to play assertively, shown by their 49 fouls in the last five games and 9 yellow cards, but they rarely see red. Their passing is controlled (87% accuracy in recent matches), suggesting good game management. Manta, by contrast, fouls even more (60 in 5 matches) and has accumulated similar cards, yet their passing accuracy is much lower (63%). This likely leads to lost possession and limited attacking opportunities. Expect Aucas to dominate possession and territory, pushing Manta deeper, which should lead to a low-scoring, one-sided affair.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Aucas to win to nil |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Under 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | No |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Under 10.5 |
Team Analysis
Sociedad Deportiva Aucas comes off a dominant 3-0 win against San Antonio, controlling the game throughout and capitalizing on their scoring chances. Their prior results include a 0-3 home loss to Barcelona SC and a tight 2-1 win over Universidad Catolica. This inconsistency has been a theme, but at home, Aucas’s attacking potential is clear. Ederson Quiñónez and Snayder Porozo have contributed goals, while Ayrton Preciado’s forward runs create openings. Their defense also looks organized, rarely allowing clear chances.
Manta’s goalless draw against 9 de Octubre typifies their campaign—defensively organized but blunt in attack. Before that, they drew 0-0 with Emelec and lost narrowly to Macara. The lone win in their last five came against Universidad Catolica. Jostin Alman offers movement up front, but without consistent supply, their attack lacks punch. The side’s inability to convert chances or break down opposition defenses remains a serious handicap.
Most recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Sociedad Deportiva Aucas | Manta |
|---|---|---|
| Total shots | 65 | 36 |
| Free kicks | 5 | 2 |
| Corner kicks | 20 | 19 |
| Total fouls | 49 | 60 |
| Interceptions | 36 | 46 |
| Offsides | 8 | 10 |
🚨Check out our dedicated Sociedad Deportiva Aucas vs Manta stats page for more info.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Sociedad Deportiva Aucas the favourite
- Moneyline Sociedad Deportiva Aucas 1.33–1.36 | Manta 7.60–10.00
- Draw 4.15–4.75
- Over/Under Over 2.5 2.05 | Under 2.5 1.75
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes 2.60 | No 1.47
The market sees Aucas as clear favorites. Odds for Manta drift above 7.50, underlining their lack of threat. Draw odds reflect little faith in Manta’s resistance. Bookies expect a low-scoring game—Aucas’s defense should contain Manta’s attack, with “No” for BTTS a strong pick. Over 2.5 is slightly less favored, in line with both teams’ recent scoring records.
Possible Starting Lineups
Sociedad Deportiva Aucas possible starting eleven
- GK: Hamilton Piedra
- DF: John Ontaneda, Santiago Morales, Luis Gustavino, Virgilio Olaya
- MF: Agostino Spina, Ederson Quiñónez, Stiven Tapiero, Luis Arroyo
- FW: Snayder Porozo, Ayrton Preciado
We predict a 4-4-2 formation, the structure Aucas has favored lately. Piedra brings stability in goal, while Ontaneda and Morales anchor the defense. Quiñónez adds goal threat from midfield, Spina helps dictate tempo. Up front, Porozo and Preciado have enough movement and finishing to trouble Manta’s backline. Watch for Porozo’s link-up play and Preciado’s directness.
Manta possible starting eleven
- GK: Walter Chavez
- DF: Alexander Medina
- MF: Danny Cabezas Bazan, Mateo Ortiz
- FW: Jostin Alman
Manta will likely use their 4-1-4-1 setup, built around Alman as the lone striker. Chavez is a safe pick in goal, and Medina leads the defense. Cabezas Bazan and Ortiz operate in midfield but must improve link-up play to provide more support for Alman. Manta’s lineup looks set for defense-first football, aiming to frustrate Aucas and steal a point on the break.
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Manta. Source: Official Instagram. Edited photo
TipsGG Match Prediction
We predict Sociedad Deportiva Aucas to win with a clean sheet. Manta’s attack lacks spark, having scored just 4 times in 14 games. Aucas, with a more balanced side and greater firepower, should capitalize on Manta’s poor passing and lack of threat. Under 2.5 goals looks likely given both teams’ records and tactical tendencies. The TipsGG punters team is confident Aucas will control proceedings from start to finish.
