Manta FC and Emelec face each other on Monday 05.18.2026, at 00:10 (UK Time), in a Liga Pro 2026 match. The game will take place at Manta FC's home ground, the Estadio Jocay.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Manta Fútbol Club and Club Sport Emelec, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.

APWin predictions for Manta FC vs Emelec

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👉 Our prediction is: Emelec win or draw

Our top tip for this match is to bet Emelec to win or draw on the Double Chance market.

While it is tough to go away from home and pick up a positive result like a win or a draw, we have seen through recent form and season statistics that Emelec has what it takes to accomplish that task. And the fact that Emelec only needs to avoid defeat makes it a more achievable result.

Manta FC preview

Manta FC heads into the match with the following record in the Liga Pro: in 13 matches, Manta Fútbol Club secured 2 victories, 2 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 0.62 points per game.

Taking a broader look at The Tuna's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 2 victories so far.

Manta FC has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 4 goals, of which 4 were scored in the Liga Pro, resulting in an average of 0.31 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Juan David Jiménez Alvarado, who has found the back of the net 1 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Braian Ramírez has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 0 assists.

On the defensive side, Manta FC has conceded 15 goals in the Liga Pro (an average of 1.15 per game) and 15 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.15 per match in the 2026 campaign.

Emelec preview

Emelec comes into the game with 13 matches played so far in the Liga Pro. They have secured 4 victories, 3 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.15 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 4 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses.

Club Sport Emelec's attack has been highly effective, scoring 10 goals during this period. Of that total, 10 were netted in the Liga Pro, with an average of 0.77 goals per game. The overall season average is 0.77.

The Light Bulb's offensive system is led by Luca Klimowicz, the team's top scorer this season. The argentinian midfielder has found the back of the net 2 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Ignacio Guerrico. The defender has contributed with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 16 goals with an average of 1.23 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 16 goals in 13 matches, averaging 1.23 per match.

Head to head: Manta FC vs Emelec

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

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Manta FC

Ecuador - Primera Categoria Serie A

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L D W L L

0.8

Home L W L L L

0.6

Away D L L L W

0.8

Away Team

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Emelec

Ecuador - Primera Categoria Serie A

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall D L W W L

1.4

Home D W L L W

1.4

Away L W L D L

0.8

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Published on 16 May 2026, at 18:11 Last updated on 16 May 2026, at 18:11
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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