Byron Castillo's assistance: Carcelén's strike for Barcelona SC's 1-1 tie against Emelec in the classic.

Last minutes at the Isidro Romero Carbo Monumental Stadium and a cross shot by Michael Carcelén made the local fans explode. The midfielder, after a service from Byron Castillo (the player in discord), crossed the ball to score the 1-1 of Barcelona SC vs. Emelec in matchday 11 of the Ecuadorian Pro League.

The action started with a foul by Sebastián Rodríguez, a player from 'Eléctricos', on Byron Castillo. Then, the referee called a free kick on the side of the field. In the execution, Castillo received the ball short and then launched the service at the edge of the opponent's penalty area.

Carcelén, with his back to the goal, controlled the ball with his foot and faced the defense of Emelec. Immediately, the midfielder, who entered the second half, shot with strength towards the far post to beat goalkeeper Pedro Ortiz and thus scored the equalizer in the classic match between Guayaquil clubs.

Barcelona SC vs. Emelec: the preview

The so-called "Clásico del Astillero" between Barcelona and Emelec, which was supposed to be played last April but was postponed to tomorrow, Wednesday, can be decisive in the definition of 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, it would take a big step towards securing the first spot in the final for this year's title in Ecuador and the first qualifier for the group stage of the 2023 Copa Libertadores.

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

In the recent round, Emelec defeated Mushuc Runa 4-0 and Barcelona prevailed 4-1 at the Guayaquil City stadium. Argentine coach Jorge Célico is approaching three months at the helm of Barcelona with very good results, while Spanish coach Ismael Rescalvo completed three consecutive seasons with Emelec in April, winning the first phase of the local tournament last year.

Barcelona will have figures like Argentines goalkeeper Javier Burrai, midfielder Emmanuel Martínez, Brazilian Leonai Souza, and Uruguayans defender Carlos Rodríguez, midfielder Bruno Piñatares, and forward Gonzalo Mastriani.

In Emelec, goalkeeper Pedro Ortíz, Uruguayan midfielder Sebastián Rodríguez, and Argentine forward Mauro Quiroga stand out, while defenders Gustavo Canto and Aníbal Leguizamón are recovering from injuries.

The urgency to seek victory will fall on Emelec, which Barcelona could take advantage of through counterattacks. The match will feature VAR assistance at the request of Barcelona.