Two clubs chasing Copa Libertadores glory will do battle today in a match between Emelec and The Strongest. The group-stage clash scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET will be held at the Estadio George Capwell in Guayaquil and can be live streamed here free. Additional TV coverage can be found on Fox Deportes.
What They're Saying
Emelec manager Gustavo Quinteros (via La Republica): "Tuesday, we can play with more attacking characteristics. Replacing Fernando Gimenez [suspended], could be Mauro Fernandez, Angel Mena or Robert Burbano. We have options and we'll think about it."
Emelec forward Miler Bolaños (via El Comercio): "I am committed to Emelec and the objectives that we've put forth. With Pedro [Quiñonez], I feel supported when I play as a center forward."
The Strongest manager Nestor Craviotto (via Erbol): "We came to play a great game. If we can win, even better. We respect our opponents, much like we did with Internacional and Monarcas [Morelia], but that doesn't mean that we're not going to fight."
Tactical Preview
Player to Watch: Bolaños remains Emelec's primary attacking threat. In 36 appearances last season, the 24-year-old finished with 19 goals, earning him a contract extension through 2019. In three appearances in 2015, Bolaños boasts a club-best four goals. He'll look for more of the same on Tuesday.
Emelec's Projected Lineup (4-4-2): Dreer; Burbano, Quiñónez, Achilier, Bagüí; Quiñónez, Lastra, Fernández, Mena;Bolaños, Escalada
The Strongest's Projected Lineup (4-4-1-1): Vaca; Wayar, Centurion, Martelli, Torrico; Chumacero, Castro, Veizaga, Cristaldo; Escobar; Ramallo
|
Team |
GP |
W |
T |
L |
GD |
PTS |
|
The Strongest |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
3:1 |
3 |
|
Emelec |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
1:0 |
3 |
|
U. De Chile |
1 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
0:1 |
0 |
|
Internacional |
1 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
1:3 |
0 |
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