Diego Martínez2026Diego Martínez2025
Jorge Célico2024
Igor Oca2023
Miguel Rondelli2022
Santiago Escobar2021Miguel Rondelli2021Santiago Escobar2020Santiago Escobar2019Santiago Escobar2018Santiago Escobar2017
Gustavo Díaz2017Jorge Célico2017Jorge Célico2016Jorge Célico2015Jorge Célico2014Jorge Célico2013Universidad Catolica is a professional football club based in Quito, Ecuador. Currently competing in Serie A, they play their home matches at the iconic Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa. The team has built a formidable reputation both domestically and in continental competitions. Follow Universidad Catolica on FotLive for real-time scores, team stats, and transfer news.
During the current campaign, Emiliano Clavijo has emerged as the standout performer for Universidad Catolica, delivering consistently excellent displays that have earned him a team-high 7.41 rating. He is flanked in influence by Eddy Mejía and Luis Cangá, who have also impressed with seasonal ratings of 7.28 and 7.19 respectively.
Providing the cutting edge in attack, Byron Palacios has been the primary source of goals for Universidad Catolica, leading the team's scoring charts with 18 goals so far this season, supported by key playmaker Mauro Díaz who registered 6 assists.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Independiente del Valle | 16 | 12 | 1 | 3 | +14 | 37 |
| 2 | Deportivo Cuenca | 16 | 8 | 3 | 5 | +1 | 27 |
| 3 | Universidad Catolica | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | +12 | 26 |
| 4 | Barcelona SC | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | +5 | 26 |
| 5 | Aucas | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | +3 | 26 |
| 6 | LDU de Quito | 15 | 7 | 3 | 5 | +3 | 24 |
| 7 | Orense | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | +2 | 22 |
| 8 | Emelec | 16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | -3 | 22 |
| 9 | Tecnico Universitario | 16 | 6 | 2 | 8 | +1 | 20 |
| 10 | CSD Macara | 16 | 5 | 5 | 6 | -3 | 20 |
| 11 | Guayaquil City | 16 | 5 | 4 | 7 | -5 | 19 |
| 12 | Mushuc Runa | 16 | 4 | 6 | 6 | -2 | 18 |
| 13 | Leones del Norte | 16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -3 | 17 |
| 14 | Libertad | 16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -6 | 17 |
| 15 | Delfin | 16 | 4 | 4 | 8 | -7 | 16 |
| 16 | Manta | 16 | 3 | 3 | 10 | -12 | 12 |
The active squad for Universidad Catolica consists of the following player roster classified by positions:
Goalkeepers: Johan Lara (Ecuador), Rafael Romo (Venezuela)
Defenders: Carlos Medina (Ecuador), Darwin Nazareno (Ecuador), Diego Palacios (Ecuador), Eddy Mejía (Ecuador), Eric Valencia (Ecuador), Gregori Anangonó (Ecuador), Jhon Chancellor (Venezuela), Luis Cangá (Ecuador)
Midfielders: Álex Rodríguez (Ecuador), Azarías Londoño (Panama), Diego Martínez (Ecuador), Emiliano Clavijo (Ecuador), Everardo Rose (Panama), Facundo Martínez (Ecuador), Jerónimo Cacciabue (Argentina), Kennet Poveda (Ecuador), Luis Moreno (Ecuador), Marcos Sevillano, Mauricio Alonso (Uruguay), Mauro Díaz (Argentina), Saenddy Yánez
Forwards: Byron Palacios (Ecuador), Isaac Sánchez (Ecuador), José Fajardo (Panama), Rooney Troya (Ecuador)
Regarding departures from Universidad Catolica, outgoing transfers include Ismael Diaz (to León).
Diego Martínez is the current head coach of Universidad Catolica. Under their leadership, the team has achieved a 38% win rate across 56 matches, averaging 1.50 points per game. Previously, Jorge Célico managed the club for 6 seasons, recording 89 wins from 222 matches (a 40% win rate).
Universidad Catolica hosts their home matches at the historic Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa located in Quito. The stadium has a total seating capacity of 37,994 spectators, generating a vibrant home atmosphere during matchdays.
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