Barcelona SC triumphed in the highly anticipated Clásico del Astillero against their rivals Emelec with a standout performance from Argentine forward Darío Benedetto, who scored the decisive goal shortly before the hour mark. Benedetto's powerful shot into the net proved too much for the Emelec defense, marking a crucial victory for Barcelona SC and further complicating Emelec's already challenging season.

Despite Emelec controlling more possession throughout the first half, they struggled to convert this advantage into clear scoring opportunities, while Barcelona showed greater efficiency in the attacking third. The match, played under heavy rain, saw both teams grappling for dominance, but it was Barcelona SC that managed to capitalize on their chances, ultimately leading to Emelec's disappointing defeat at home against their longtime rivals.

Emelec's situation is increasingly precarious as they began the tournament with a -3 point penalty due to financial issues. This defeat compounds their struggles, leaving them in a vulnerable position in the league standings. As they seek to recover from this setback, the pressure mounts for Emelec to earn points quickly to avoid further slipping down the rankings and to reignite their disappointing season.