Emelec vs. IDV: Match Time, Lineups, and Absences for LigaPro at Capwell Stadium
On Thursday, March 19, at 19:00, Emelec hosts Independiente del Valle at the George Capwell. The match takes place in Guayaquil. The game carries high stakes for both clubs.
Independiente del Valle arrive as LigaPro champions and current leaders. Emelec sit bottom of the table with just one point. The fifth-round fixture will test both sides.
It has been nearly eight years since Emelec last beat IDV at home. The Bombillo’s last Capwell victory came in the first stage of 2018. Ayrton Preciado and Marlon de Jesús scored in that 2-1 win.
Recent meetings and form
IDV have made the Capwell an uncomfortable venue. In nine visits they have four wins and five draws. The statistic shows an unbeaten streak at Emelec’s ground.
The clubs last met at the Capwell on August 24, 2025. Independiente won that meeting 1-0. Emelec replied with a 2-1 victory over Orense last Sunday, offering a confidence boost.
Team news and absences
Emelec coach Vicente Sánchez will have Juan Pablo Ruiz available. The club registered Ruiz after failing to reach a rescission agreement. They did this to avoid a potential FIFA claim.
Jeampaul Herrera is also ready to feature. He is the most recent signing and is 22 years old. Emelec will be without Jaime Ayoví and Luis Fernando León due to suspension.
Both Ayoví and León begin the first match of two-game bans. Their expulsions came in Machala. That limits Sánchez’s options in attack and defence.
Independiente del Valle face their own absences. Layan Loor and Jordy Alcívar are suspended. Goalkeeper Guido Villar and winger Jean Arroyo remain out with long-term injuries.
Emelec vs. IDV: Match Time, Lineups, and Absences for LigaPro at Capwell Stadium are below.
Probable Emelec lineup
- Ortiz
- Caicedo, Valencia, Leguizamón, Guerrico
- Griffith, Cevallos, Mina, Pizzini, Bolaños, Klimowicz
Probable Independiente del Valle lineup
- Peralta
- Romero, Carabajal, Viacava, Cortez
- Méndez, Perelló, Sornoza, Mercado, Pata, Reasco
What to watch
Emelec need a positive result to climb the table. IDV will aim to protect their unbeaten run at the Capwell. The tactical clash will center on Emelec’s attack without Ayoví.
Filmogaz.com will provide match updates and post-match analysis. Expect more coverage on team reactions and key moments after the final whistle.
