Universidad Católica has publicly expressed their discontent with the decision made by Liga Pro to reschedule their match against Emelec. The club released a statement on their social media platforms, titled "Security or Strategy: The Background of the Católica-Emelec Match," claiming that they were notified about the postponement due to security concerns based on reports from authorities in Guayas. The planned match was originally scheduled for February 21 in Quito.

In their statement, Universidad Católica revealed that during the Carnival holiday, they received requests from Emelec to postpone the match. Emelec's reasoning was reportedly tied to issues regarding their team composition and financial-administrative circumstances. However, on February 18, Universidad Católica asserted that they sent a letter refusing to alter the scheduled match date, which signifies a strong stance against what they perceived as an unjustified demand.

This situation raises questions about the decision-making processes within Liga Pro and highlights the tensions between the clubs involved. Universidad Católica's public response not only reflects their commitment to the originally scheduled date but also underscores the complexities and pressures faced by clubs in managing scheduling conflicts and ensuring the safety and integrity of the sport amidst external factors.