Orense SC 0:2 CS Emelec — Informe del Partido

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystINFORME DEL PARTIDO

Francisco Pizzini ran the midfield as Emelec defeated Orense SC 2-0 in Serie A, setting up a meeting with Independiente del Valle next. Orense SC dominated possession but were undone by two clinical Emelec strikes and a first-half red card that left them chasing the game from the 36th minute.

The turning point came when Pedro Velasco was sent off for a second yellow card in the 36th minute, reducing Orense SC to ten men just after Juan Ruiz Gómez had opened the scoring from Francisco Pizzini's assist in the 21st. Emelec weathered a spell of pressure despite Ignacio Guerrico also receiving a second yellow in the 59th minute, and Sergio Quintero sealed the victory with a goal from Luis Fragozo's assist deep into stoppage time.

Emelec had 40% possession but managed 10 shots to Orense SC's 7 and won 5 corners to 1, illustrating their efficiency on the counter while Orense SC controlled the ball without reward. Francisco Pizzini was the standout with a 7.6 rating as a midfielder, orchestrating the play despite not scoring. CheckLive's model rated Orense SC marginally ahead, but the result did not confirm that forecast, as Emelec's discipline and sharp finishing proved decisive. Emelec now face Independiente del Valle on July 20th.

Preguntas y Respuestas

What was the final score of Orense SC vs Emelec?

Orense SC 0-2 Emelec (Serie A).

Who scored?

Juan Ruiz Gómez (21', assist Francisco Pizzini) for Emelec; Sergio Quintero (90', assist Luis Fragozo) for Emelec.

Were there any red cards in Orense SC vs Emelec?

Yes — sent off: Pedro Velasco (Orense SC, 36'); Ignacio Guerrico (Emelec, 59').

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