Ecuadorians have important embezzlement while Galo counts on the return of Hulk and Nacho
The George Capwell Stadium, in Guayaquil, Ecuador, will host this Tuesday, June 28, the opening match of the round of 16 of the 2022 Copa Libertadores. in the knockout stage of the continental tournament, Emelec welcomes Atlético-MG, at 19:15 (Brasília time). The return match, in Belo Horizonte, is scheduled for July 5th.
Emelec has three important casualties for the game, with three pieces considered starters in the Spanish Ismael Rescavo’s scheme. With knee problems, the two starting defenders, Aníbal Leguizamón and Joel Quintero, are out. In addition to them, striker Joao Rojas, an individual highlight of the team, was traded with Monterrey, from Mexico, and no longer plays for the team. The steering wheel / side Jefferson Caicedo is doubtful.
Antonio Mohamed will have back striker Hulk, who was left out of the last match due to swelling in his foot. Nacho Fernández, who did not play for the Brasileirão due to being suspended, also returns to the team. In addition to them, those spared in the game against Fortaleza also return to ownership. The side Mariano remains out due to private issues
4.50) Emelec vs Atlético-MG (1.83): predictions and prognosis
Both teams score – Yes: Despite having a good defense, the Brazilian team has been struggling to prevent opponents from scoring, conceding an average of 1.0 per game in the competition.
Likewise, the Ecuadorians have also suffered defensively, conceding 1.2 goals per match.
In this way, the goal prediction for Emelec vs Atlético Mineiro will be one of the most targeted. In turn, the visitors have good attack production in the competition, in addition to having strong names in the attack.
Under 2.5 goals: despite the quality of its squad, it is imagined that Atlético Mineiro will not expose itself so much, trying to bet on counterattacks and bring a peaceful result home.
Atlético-MG victory: finally, the moments of the two teams are different. The home team has a 30-day break with no matches. The visitors are now 5 matches unbeaten.
