Barcelona SC Aims for Key Win Against Deportivo Cuenca in LigaPro

Quito, Ecuador – Barcelona SC will host Deportivo Cuenca on Friday, May 23, at Estadio Monumental in a crucial LigaPro match. The game is scheduled to kick off at 7:00 PM local time.

Barcelona SC recently celebrated a victory against Emelec in the Clásico del Astillero and is focused on maintaining its lead in the tournament by securing another win. The team quickly returned to training, understanding the importance of the upcoming match to keep its competitive edge.

Coach Segundo Castillo confirmed that the team must win to solidify their position at the top of the standings. Barcelona currently sits in second place, trailing Independiente del Valle. A victory over Deportivo Cuenca would help them stay in contention for the title.

However, the Yellow team will face some challenges. Goalkeeper José Contreras is sidelined due to a muscle injury, and both Alex Rangel and Joao Rojas are also undergoing therapy. In light of these absences, Ignacio de Arruabarrena is expected to step in as the starting goalkeeper.

The expected starting lineup for Barcelona includes: Ignacio de Arruabarrena; Willian Vargas, Gustavo Vallecilla, Gastón Campi, Aníbal Chalá/Mario Pineida; Jhonny Quiñónez, Dixon Arroyo, Byron Castillo, Braian Oyola; Gabriel Cortez, and Octavio Rivero.

The match against Deportivo Cuenca is crucial for Barcelona as they look ahead to their CONMEBOL Libertadores match against Independiente del Valle the following week. The team is eager to prove itself and solidify its place in both the LigaPro and the continental competition.