Deportivo Cuenca (home)
- Deportivo Cuenca have a well-structured approach which has seen them maintain a tight and disciplined shape in a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 system under Jorge Célico.
- The Ecuadorian has led the side since December 2025 and has put his stamp on this young and talented squad.
- Their style of play is a structure-first setup which is built on structured build up and vertical transitions, but always keeping a compact shape defensively.
San Lorenzo (away)
- San Lorenzo are unbeaten in their last 5 matches, W2, D3, including a recent away win in Argentina’s top flight.
- San Lorenzo sit top of Copa Sudamericana Group D with 5 points from 3 games, while Deportivo Cuenca occupy 2nd place on 4 points as of the halfway point.
- San Lorenzo are a more dynamic side that will look to take the initiative and press in certain phases, using their wingbacks to press from the front and create overloads wide.
- Gustavo Álvarez has been in charge since March 2026 and has instilled a pragmatic style of soccer on the squad, but their ability to dictate the tempo and press when necessary makes them a dangerous opponent.
Last meeting
San Lorenzo beat Deportivo Cuenca 2-0 in the reverse fixture just 2 weeks ago .
Betting Insights
- Deportivo Cuenca have been solid at home in the Copa Sudamericana this season, winning their only home match and keeping a clean sheet.
- Top bets:San Lorenzo to Win at 2.89, Over 2.5 goals at 2.49, Both Teams to Score - No at 1.64.
Prediction
We think the Argentine side will be able to do enough to take the 3 points here and fancy an away win , although we wouldn’t be surprised if both teams scored in this high-stakes group battle .
