Magallanes vs LDU Quito Prediction: Quito Looking to Win Away From Home

In the upcoming fixture of the Copa Sudamericana, Matchday 4, Group A, Magallanes will face LDU Quito at the Estadio El Teniente in Rancagua. After three match days, Magallanes is currently in 3rd place with 2 draws and 2 points, while LDU Quito leads the group with 2 wins and 7 points. In their previous encounter, Quito won 4-0 at home. Read on to find out more about the upcoming matchup.

Magallanes - Coming off Three Consecutive Defeats (LLLDL)

Struggling across all competitions, Magallanes will be hoping to secure a win and regain their winning form. With 4 defeats and 1 draw in their last five matches, Magallanes will be under pressure. While they have managed to score in three of their last five matches, they haven't been able to achieve favorable results. In their last four home matches, Magallanes has lost three and drawn one. Therefore, they haven't been able to capitalize on their home advantage, making them the underdogs against Quito. In the Sudamericana competition so far, Magallanes has scored 4 goals and conceded 8. Braulio and his team will be aiming for a match-winning performance at home.

Expected Opening Lineup for Magallanes

Gastón Rodríguez; Christian Vilches, Fernando Piñero, Nicolás Berardo; Marcelo Filla, Tomás Aránguiz; Carlos Villanueva, Felipe Espinoza; Julian Alfaro, Yorman Zapata, Thomas Jones.

LDU Quito - Performing Well in the Ecuadorian League (WDDDW)

LDU Quito will enter the upcoming matchup against Magallanes as favorites, as they have remained unbeaten in their last six matches. With 2 wins and 3 draws in their last five matches, Quito will aim to continue their positive performances. In their last match against Tecnico Universitario, Alexander Alvarado scored in the 43rd and 81st minutes. Quito has been exceptional in their last three away fixtures, securing 2 draws and a victory against Universidad Catolica. With the goal of qualifying for the next round, Quito will be determined to secure a win against Magallanes.

Expected Opening Lineup for LDU Quito

Alexander Domínguez; José Quintero, Richard Mina, Ricardo Adé, Leonel Quiñónez; Jhojan Julio, Mauricio Martinez, Danny Luna; Lisandro Alzugaray, Alexander Alvarado, Juan Anangonó.

Expert Betting Tips

Continuing their unbeaten streak, LDU Quito will aim to disrupt the hosts and secure their spot in the next round. Given Magallanes' recent poor performances, it is unlikely that they will be able to produce a winning effort, making the visitors the favorites. Quito has scored in four of their last five matches, which is why I expect them to win and score at least 2 goals. Furthermore, Quito has conceded only three goals in their last five matches, indicating a good chance of securing a clean sheet victory.

• LDU Quito to Win for 2.10
• Both Teams To Score - No for 2
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.81