In the opening match of the Ecuabet League, Aucas and Mushuc Runa played to a tense 1-1 draw at the Gonzalo Pozo Ripalda Stadium in Quito on Saturday. Aucas initially took the lead in first-half stoppage time, thanks to a penalty converted by Bruno Miranda. However, the game shifted in the second half as Mushuc Runa improved their performance significantly.

Following a more aggressive approach after the halftime break, Mushuc Runa equalized in the 59th minute with a goal from Manuel Gamboa, putting pressure on Aucas and demonstrating their competitive spirit. The match saw Aucas finish with two players sent off, Stiven Tapiero and Virgilio Olaya, which further complicated their efforts to regain control of the game.

This match marks the beginning of the Ecuabet League season, with both teams showing glimpses of potential despite the draw. The dynamic of the match raises questions about Aucas's discipline and depth, particularly with their early-season expulsion issues, while Mushuc Runa's resilience may set a positive tone for their campaign ahead.