Emelec overcame Universidad Catolica in a close win on Saturday, 2x1, in a game related to matchweek 11 of Ecuador League. To this matchday, Hernán Torres's team came from a defeat, and Igor Oca Pulido's team came from a draw.
The first-half ended with a goalless draw.
The first goal of the game was scored by Aníbal Chalá, with 72 minutes on the clock. After 78 minutes, Ismael Díaz fired home for Universidad Catolica. Alexis Zapata scored the winner in time added on.
After the result Universidad Catolica are 9th in the table, with 15 points, while Emelec sit 10th place, with 14 points. In the next fixture, Hernán Torres's team will play away against Guayaquil City, whilst Igor Oca Pulido's team visit LDU Quito.
2-1 | ||
Aníbal Chalá 72' Alexis Zapata 90' | Ismael Díaz 78' |