Barcelona SC qualifies for Copa Ecuador quarterfinals
Darío Benedetto highlighted Barcelona SC's victory over Liga de Portoviejo and the team's qualification for the Copa Ecuador quarterfinals.
The Argentine forward acknowledged that the team had to overcome a challenging commitment, but emphasized the importance of returning to victory.
‘It was a tough game on a pitch that was really difficult to play on. Fortunately, we were able to return to victory. It's good to be able to qualify for another instance. We must keep going on this path’, the striker said in an interview with DSports after the match at the Reales Tamarindos stadium.
Darío Benedetto is physically 100%
The experienced forward also referred to his physical condition and assured that he is in a condition to contribute to the team when the coaching staff considers it necessary.
‘I'm physically 100%. I'm ready to play, but if I have to leave. We must respect the coach's decisions’, Benedetto said, making it clear that he prioritizes the team's needs over any individual situation.
Barcelona SC seeks title in Copa Ecuador
With Barcelona installed in the Copa Ecuador quarterfinals, the Argentine forward aims to continue being an important alternative for the team in the search for the title.
The yellow team will face their rival in the next round after the definition of the tie between Juventud Italiana and Delfín.
Currently, Barcelona SC is in third place in the Copa Ecuador standings, with 4 points, 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss in 3 games, and a goal difference of 0.
In their last presentation, Ecuador lost 2-0 to Mexico on July 1, 2026.
In their last streak of games, Ecuador has obtained 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses, with a streak of losses in the last 2 games.
