Liga Deportiva Universitaria de Quito and CD Universidad Católica played out an entertaining 1-1 draw in a LigaPro Serie A encounter at the Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado. The shared points felt like a fair reflection of a closely matched contest where both teams had periods of dominance but ultimately lacked the cutting edge to secure a win. The home side, Liga de Quito, started brightly and were rewarded with an early goal, a powerful header from a corner kick that gave them the lead. Universidad Católica grew into the game as the first half progressed and found their equalizer before the break, a clinical finish from inside the box following a sustained period of pressure. The second half saw both teams push for a winner, with the goalkeepers becoming increasingly busy. Each side struck the woodwork and had penalty appeals waved away, but neither could find the decisive second goal. The draw leaves both teams in a relatively stable position in the middle of the table, with Liga de Quito perhaps the more disappointed side after failing to hold onto their early advantage at home. The managers offered balanced post-match assessments, with the home boss stating, "We had chances to win it, but so did they. A point is acceptable." The visiting coach added, "Coming away with a point from this stadium is always a positive result. The team showed great character."