San Lorenzo Aims for Victory Against Deportivo Cuenca to Lead Group D
San Lorenzo hosts Deportivo Cuenca on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 21:30 at Estadio Pedro Bidegain (Nuevo Gasómetro). The match is the second Group D fixture in the Copa Sudamericana.
Match context
Gustavo Álvarez leads San Lorenzo into the game. They drew their Group D opener with Recoleta.
San Lorenzo sits third in the group, two points behind Deportivo Cuenca. San Lorenzo aims for victory against Deportivo Cuenca to take the lead in Group D.
Deportivo Cuenca form
Deportivo Cuenca travel under coach Jorge Célico. They won their first match in Ecuador against Santos.
The Ecuadorian side remains unbeaten and currently top Group D. They will look to consolidate that position.
Officials and coverage
The referee appointed is Venezuelan Yender Herrera. Broadcast rights are held by DSports and DGO.
Live updates and minute-by-minute coverage will be available on Filmogaz.com. Fans can follow the match from kick-off.
Quick match facts
| Date | April 16, 2026 |
| Kick-off | 21:30 |
| Venue | Estadio Pedro Bidegain (Nuevo Gasómetro) |
| Competition | Copa Sudamericana – Group D, Matchday 2 |
| San Lorenzo coach | Gustavo Álvarez |
| Deportivo Cuenca coach | Jorge Célico |
| Referee | Yender Herrera (Venezuela) |
| Television | DSports, DGO |
What to watch
- San Lorenzo’s hunt for three points at home.
- Deportivo Cuenca’s attempt to strengthen its lead in the group.
- Key tactical choices from Álvarez and Célico.
