The Portoviejo League filed a formal complaint with the Ecuadorian Football Federation over an alleged Barcelona SC lineup irregularity in the Copa Ecuador. According to the Disciplinary Code, the penalty imposed in such cases is a 3-0 defeat for the infringing club, which would allow the Manabitas to advance to the quarterfinals of the tournament, leaving the Toreros out.
What happened?
The Portoviejo League informed through an official statement that it has already filed a formal complaint with the Ecuadorian Football Federation after an alleged lineup irregularity by Barcelona SC in the Copa Ecuador quarterfinal match.
Why it matters for Ecuador?
The imposed penalty would be a 3-0 defeat for the infringing club, which would have a significant impact on the classification of the teams in the Copa Ecuador.
What comes next?
The Ecuadorian Football Federation must investigate the complaint and take a decision on the penalty to be imposed on Barcelona SC.
The Portoviejo League also reported that Enner Valencia, Ecuador's all-time leading scorer, will arrive in Buenos Aires this Friday and will undergo medical tests on Saturday before joining Boca Juniors' training sessions.
Xeneize
Enner Valencia will arrive in Buenos Aires this Friday and will undergo medical tests on Saturday before joining Boca Juniors' training sessions.
Rejected
Manchester City rejected an initial offer from FC Barcelona of €45 million for the signing of midfielder Rodrigo Hernández, who has already given his consent to join the Catalan club this season.
The Portoviejo League is currently ranked 3rd in the Copa Ecuador with 4 points, 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss in 3 games, with a goal record of 2-2 (0 difference). They are 2 points behind the German leaders in the Copa del Mundo standings. Their last result was a 2-0 loss to Mexico on July 1, 2026.
