Juventud de Las Piedras vs Universidad Católica del Ecuador predictions, Feb 05, 2026

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As Juventud de Las Piedras prepares to host Universidad Católica del Ecuador in the Copa Libertadores on February 5, 2026, both teams are looking to capitalize on this crucial match. Juventud de Las Piedras has recently showcased a mixed bag of performances, managing to secure one win in their last two matches. Their home advantage could be pivotal, as they look to leverage their tactical strengths in front of their supporters.

On the other hand, Universidad Católica del Ecuador has struggled of late, winning only one of their last five matches. This poor form raises questions about their tactical adaptability and finishing efficiency, which will be vital against a determined Juventud side. Bookmaker odds suggest a closely contested match, with Juventud favored slightly at 2.35 for a home win compared to 2.83 for an away victory.

Predictions lean towards a tightly-fought encounter, and the likely final score of 1:1 reflects the potential for a balanced duel between the two clubs. While Juventud may have the momentum playing at home, a resilient Universidad Católica cannot be overlooked. As the match approaches, both teams will aim to leverage their strengths to secure a vital result in this international competition.

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Juventud 37.1%

Draw 29.2%

Uni Católica 33.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of Copa Libertadores U. Catolica: 0.79% Juventud: 0.39%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.62	3.25	2.71
	2.58	3.15	2.68
	2.49	3.29	2.98	Watch and Bet
	2.4	3.1	2.8
	2.4	3.31	2.79
	2.62	3.2	2.71

Latest Results

18.01.26 Juventud de Las Piedras – CA Progreso – 0:1 11.01.26 Juventud de Las Piedras – Montevideo Wanderers – 3:0 09.11.25 Juventud de Las Piedras – CA Progreso – 1:1 01.11.25 Liverpool Montevideo – Juventud de Las Piedras – 0:1 25.10.25 Juventud de Las Piedras – Plaza Colonia – 0:2

25.01.26 Sporting Cristal – Universidad Católica del Ecuador – 3:1 21.12.25 LDU Quito – Universidad Católica del Ecuador – 2:0 18.12.25 LDU Quito – Universidad Católica del Ecuador – 2:3 14.12.25 Universidad Católica del Ecuador – Independiente del Valle – 0:1 07.12.25 Barcelona Guayaquil – Universidad Católica del Ecuador – 1:1

Facts

1st leg.

Uni Católica is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Uni Católica may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Recently, Uni Católica has had a series of away games.

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In recent times, the teams did not meet on the field.

Standings

Draw

2026

Quarter-finals

1	Juventud	U. Catolica
2	Bye	Guarani
3	Liverpool M.	Bye
4	Bye	Ind. Medellin
5	The Strongest	Dep. Tachira
6	Bye	Deportes Tolima
7	O’Higgins	Bye
8	Bye	Bahia
9	2 de Mayo	Alianza Lima
10	Bye	Sporting Cristal
11	Carabobo	Bye
12	Bye	Huachipato
13	Barcelona SC	Bye
14	Bye	Argentinos Jrs
15	Nacional Potosi	Bye
16	Bye	Botafogo RJ

Semi-finals

1	TBD #1	Guarani
2	Liverpool M.	Ind. Medellin
3	TBD #5	Deportes Tolima
4	O’Higgins	Bahia
5	TBD #9	Sporting Cristal
6	Carabobo	Huachipato
7	Barcelona SC	Argentinos Jrs
8	Nacional Potosi	Botafogo RJ

Final

1	TBD #1	TBD #2
2	TBD #3	TBD #4
3	TBD #5	TBD #6
4	TBD #7	TBD #8

Copa Libertadores Outrights

1. Flamengo RJ: 3.81 (20.62%)

2. Palmeiras: 6.38 (12.33%)

3. Cruzeiro: 8.13 (9.68%)

4. Fluminense: 15 (5.24%)

5. Boca Juniors: 17.25 (4.56%)

6. Corinthians: 19 (4.14%)

7. Botafogo RJ: 24.75 (3.18%)

8. Bahia: 26.75 (2.94%)

9. Lanus: 29.75 (2.64%)

10. Estudiantes L.P.: 29.75 (2.64%)

11. Penarol: 32.75 (2.4%)

12. Independiente del Valle: 38.25 (2.06%)

13. Mirassol: 38.25 (2.06%)

14. LDU Quito: 41 (1.92%)

15. Rosario Central: 44 (1.79%)

16. Club Nacional: 50 (1.57%)

17. Santa Fe: 56 (1.4%)

18. Barcelona SC: 65 (1.21%)

19. Cerro Porteno: 65.5 (1.2%)

20. Universitario de Deportes: 85.25 (0.92%)

21. Argentinos Jrs: 87.75 (0.9%)

22. Bolivar: 91.75 (0.86%)

23. Libertad Asuncion: 100 (0.79%)

24. U. Catolica: 100 (0.79%)

25. Nacional Potosi: 100 (0.79%)

26. Platense: 100.25 (0.78%)

27. Sporting Cristal: 100.25 (0.78%)

28. The Strongest: 100.25 (0.78%)

29. Ind. Medellin: 100.25 (0.78%)

30. Deportes Tolima: 100.25 (0.78%)

31. Liverpool M.: 112.75 (0.7%)

32. A. Lima: 112.75 (0.7%)

33. Coquimbo: 112.75 (0.7%)

34. Guarani: 112.75 (0.7%)

35. Ind. Rivadavia: 137.75 (0.57%)

36. Always Ready: 137.75 (0.57%)

37. Cusco: 200.25 (0.39%)

38. Juventud: 200.25 (0.39%)

39. 2 de Mayo: 200.25 (0.39%)

40. O Higgins: 200.25 (0.39%)

41. Dep. Tachira: 200.25 (0.39%)

42. Universidad Central: 200.25 (0.39%)

43. Carabobo: 200.25 (0.39%)

44. Deportivo La Guaira: 200.25 (0.39%)

45. Huachipato: 200.25 (0.39%)

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