Emelec edged out El Nacional in a close win on Sunday, 0-1, on matchweek 3. Coming into the contest, Éver Almeida's team came from two defeats, and Hernán Torres's team came from a draw.
The first-half ended without any goals.
Fernando León scored the winning goal in the 61st minute, from the penalty spot.
After the result Emelec are 5th in the table, with 7 points, while El Nacional sit 15th place, with 0 points. Next up, Hernán Torres's team will host Delfín SC, whilst Éver Almeida's team will play away against Aucas.
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Fernando León 61' (pen.) |