Mirassol FC

vs

LDU Quito

Preview

Head-to-Head

Mirassol FC

• With both Mirassol FC and LDU Quito on six points apiece at the halfway stage of Group G in the Copa Libertadores, Thursday’s reverse fixture between the two is of huge importance as both will be seeking to take control of the qualification picture.
• Rafael Guanaes has done a fine job since taking over as Mirassol coach in March 2025 as they’re currently third in Group G with six points from three matches.
• Their reverse away fixture to LDU Quito was a tough fixture for Mirassol as they were undone by the home side’s superior quality and physicality, but a bounce-back 2-0 home win against Always Ready four days ago demonstrates their resilience and capabilities.

LDU Quito

• Tiago Nunes has had a short time at the helm of LDU Quito, having taken over in June 2025, but his men have been solid and compact.
• The visitors like to keep things simple and structured in defence, pressing selectively and being a threat from set pieces, which is especially important when playing away from home.
• LDU beat Guayaquil City 1-0 at home in their last fixture, but were beaten by Atletico Lanus in their previous Copa Libertadores away fixture 1-0.
• Their recent form has been mixed, with two wins, one draw and two defeats from their last five.
• Mirassol are expected to be more positive than the visitors as they look to break LDU down in transitions, but they may not get the opportunities they need as LDU will be happy to keep the game tight and compact.

Key Players

• Alesson Batista is the key man for Mirassol with 1 goal and 1 assist in 3 games, while Gabriel Villamil has been LDU Quito’s main threat with 1 goal in 3 games.
• Janner Corozo has also made a positive impact with 1 assist in 2 appearances for the Ecuadorians.

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