El Nacional Barcelona betting prediction

After 6 wins, 8 draws and 9 losses, the home team is in the 11^th position, havinf won 25 points so far. In the last match, they have lost in an away match against Independiente del Valle by (1‑0), after in the previous match they have tied (2‑2) at home, against Libertad. This is a team that is often stronger at home, with the help of its supporters, so they usually make good use of the home advantage, since in the last 30 matches they register 2 wins, 7 draws and 6 losses in away matches; against 7 wins, 2 draws and 6 losses at their stadium. In the last 10 home league matches El Nacional has a record of 4 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses, so they have won 14 points out of 30 possible. The most recurrent result at half‑time in their home league matches was the 0‑0 (5 out of 11 matches). They haven't been very strong defensively, since they have suffered goals in 7 of the last 10 matches for this competition. There is a tendency for goals in their home matches, since 5 of the last 11 for this competition have ended ended with Under 1,5 goals. They have conceded the first goal in 11 of their 23 matches for this competition, and have never been able to turn the score around. In the last 11 home matches for this competition there are 2 periods that stand out: they have scored 5 of their 11 goals between minutes (16'‑30'); they have conceded 6 of their 13 goals between minutes (46'‑60').

El Nacional face a tricky challenge, as they haven't been able to show any regularity throughout the season. The team has been plagued by unstable performances and occupies an uncomfortable position in the table, which increases the pressure for positive results. Playing at home, they'll need to show more consistency and attitude if they want to surprise their opponents. The match will be a good opportunity to try and start a comeback. However, they are up against one of the strongest teams in the competition. The margin for error is minimal and total focus will be needed to get a good result.

Confirmed Lineup: David Cabezas, Bryan Rivera, Jose Flor, Bryan Hernández Porozo, R. Cabezas Briones, Adrian Cela, Edison Caicedo, Jonathan Borja, Charles Vélez, Djorkaeff Reascos, Jeremy David Mejía Moreira.
Coach: E. Almeida Almada.