Alexis Zapata scores 1-0 for Emelec against Barcelona SC.

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The so-called "Clásico del Astillero" between Barcelona and Emelec, which should have been played last April but was postponed to tomorrow, Wednesday, could be decisive in defining the first phase of the Ecuadorian football championship.

While Barcelona is in first place in the standings with 25 points, Emelec is third with 21 points. If Barcelona wins or draws, they would take a big step towards securing a spot in the final for this year's title in Ecuador and becoming the first qualifier for the group stage of the 2023 Copa Libertadores.

Emelec knows that in Wednesday's match they will play their last chance to continue fighting for the spot offered by the local tournament, but if they win, they would also give life to other teams like Independiente del Valle and Liga de Quito, who have 23 and 22 points, respectively.