Zubeldía Takes on Anselmi at Maracanã, Unbeaten in Ecuador Rivalry
Fluminense will face Botafogo this Thursday at Maracanã in the third round of the Brazilian Championship. This match not only highlights the rivalry between the two clubs but also features the ongoing contest between head coaches Luis Zubeldía and Martin Anselmi. Historically, Zubeldía holds the upper hand in their encounters.
Zubeldía vs. Anselmi: A Competitive Rivalry
In their five meetings, Zubeldía has never lost to Anselmi. The record shows three wins and two draws for the Fluminense coach. Four of these matches took place in Ecuador’s league while Zubeldía managed LDU Quito and Anselmi led Independiente del Valle.
- Zubeldía’s Record Against Anselmi:
- 3 Wins
- 2 Draws
- 0 Losses
Memorable Encounters
The most notable match occurred during the 2023 Ecuadorian Championship final, where LDU Quito triumphed over Independiente del Valle in a penalty shootout after a tie on aggregate. Here are some key results from their recent clashes:
| Date | Match | Event |
|---|---|---|
| 02/01/2026 | Botafogo 0 – 1 Fluminense | Campeonato Carioca |
| 17/12/2023 | LDU Quito 1 (3) – (0) 1 Independiente del Valle | Final Campeonato Equatoriano |
| 10/12/2023 | Independiente del Valle 0 – 0 LDU | Final Campeonato Equatoriano |
| 04/11/2023 | LDU Quito 2 – 0 Independiente del Valle | Campeonato Equatoriano |
| 28/05/2023 | Independiente del Valle 2 – 3 LDU | Campeonato Equatoriano |
As the teams prepare for their match at Maracanã, Zubeldía aims to extend his unbeaten record against Anselmi and add to his successful history in this rivalry.
