Cuenca Juniors 3-0 22 de Julio | Ecuadorian Campeonato Serie B

Match Overview

Cuenca Juniors delivered a commanding performance at home on May 21, 2026, cruising to a 3-0 victory over 22 de Julio in Ecuadorian Campeonato Serie B action. The win strengthens Cuenca Juniors' push for promotion contention, while the visitors were left to rue a flat display that saw them fail to register a single goal at the Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar.

Key Moments

• 13' – Cuenca Juniors opened the scoring through a well-worked set piece. A corner kick was headed home by central defender Carlos Mena, giving the hosts an early advantage.
• 38' – The lead was doubled just before halftime. A swift counter-attack saw winger Jhonny Preciado slot home from close range after a pinpoint cross from right-back Luis Palma.
• 67' – Any hopes of a 22 de Julio comeback were dashed when Cuenca Juniors struck for a third time. Substitute forward Kevin Valencia latched onto a loose ball in the box and fired low past the goalkeeper.

Tactical Story

Cuenca Juniors dominated possession from the outset, using a 4-3-3 formation that allowed their full-backs to push high and create overloads. 22 de Julio, set up in a compact 4-4-2, struggled to contain the home side's width and pace. The visitors' midfield was overrun, and they managed only two shots on target across 90 minutes.

Standout Performers

• Carlos Mena – The centre-back was imperious at both ends, scoring the opener and marshalling a defensive unit that kept a clean sheet.
• Jhonny Preciado – A constant threat down the flanks, he scored one goal and assisted another.
• Kevin Valencia – Came off the bench to seal the victory with a clinical finish.

Season & Table Impact

The result moves Cuenca Juniors up to third place in the Ecuadorian Serie B standings, just two points behind leaders Manta. For 22 de Julio, the defeat leaves them in 10th place, four points above the relegation zone. Cuenca Juniors will look to build on this momentum when they travel to Chacarillas next week.