Liga Deportiva Universitaria de Quito secured a narrow 1-0 home victory over Manta FC in LigaPro Serie A action on March 22, 2026. The win at the Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado provides a vital three points for the Quito giants as they look to climb the Ecuadorian top-flight table. The only goal of the game arrived in the first half, with Universitario's attacking pressure finally telling as a well-worked move was finished from close range. Manta FC defended resolutely for much of the contest and threatened on the counter-attack, but were unable to find a way past a disciplined Universitario backline. The home side controlled possession for large periods but found clear-cut chances hard to come by against a compact Manta defense. The result strengthens Universitario's position in the upper half of the league standings, while Manta FC will rue missed opportunities to take something from the match.