Fixture between El Nacional vs Mushuc Runa is shaping to be one of those affairs where momentum goes out the window. Kicking off
El Nacional’s been all over the shop, their displays yo-yoing from classy to questionable. Meanwhile, Mushuc Runa’s scrapping through a rough patch, their rearguard looking unstable.
Looking at past meetings, it’s a toss-up. El Nacional’s enjoyed the edge lately, but the game’s got a short memory.
Personal take: Both sides’ve got issues. El Nacional’s center park’s off-rhythm, while Mushuc Runa’s forwards lacks a killer instinct.
In terms of the Serie A, this game carries extra weight. The division’s battle for continental qualification means every point counts, and both teams know a positive result here could shift momentum in the table. Current performances in the Serie A suggests neither side can afford mistakes, making this contest even more intriguing.
But hey, there’s something about this one—maybe, it’s the fixture where someone delivers.
Bottom line: This isn't just another match—it's prime-time football with ramifications at both ends of the table. Tune in.El Nacional: Leodan Chala, Elian Carabali, Rommel Andres Cabezas Briones, Jose Flor, Jeison Daniel Chala Vasquez, Charles Velez, Luis Benalcazar, Adrian Cela, Jeremy David Mejía Moreira, Jonathan Borja, Djorkaeff Reasco
Mushuc Runa: Rodrigo Perea, Bryan Bentaberry, Dennis Quintero, Walter Chala, Glendys Calos Mina, Carlos Orejuela, Esteban Rivas, Steve Castro, Angel Gracia, J. Vergés, Cristian Pandi
The latest head-to-head matches of competitors in every tournament. Following this data we can make a conclusion that El Nacional has historical advantage.
Over the last games El Nacional holds wins - 2, losses - 3 and draws - 0. Mushuc Runa on the other hand holds the following results from the latest games: wins - 1, losses - 3 and draws - 1. Based on the games played we come to a conclusion that El Nacional currently is in better form, in comparison to Mushuc Runa.
El Nacional: Emelec – (Loss 4:0), 9 DE Octubre – (Loss 1:1), Macara – (Loss 0:2), Vinotinto – (Win 0:1), LDU Quito – (Win 1:0).
Mushuc Runa: Independiente del Valle – (Draw 2:2), Orense – (Loss 3:1), Manta – (Win 2:0), Macara – (Loss 2:1), Independiente del Valle – (Loss 2:1).