In a tightly contested match on Sunday night at the Estadio Christian Benítez Bentancourt, Barcelona Sporting Club and Guayaquil City played to a goalless draw in the fourth round of Liga Ecuabet. Both teams struggled to create significant scoring opportunities, with the overall outcome reflecting the balance of the game and deemed fair by observers. The match saw tension as neither team could penetrate the other's defense effectively, resulting in a rather lackluster offensive display.

The most critical moment for Guayaquil City came late in the game when Edinson Mero had a chance to secure victory but was thwarted by Barcelona's goalkeeper José David Contreras, who made an impressive save from a penalty kick. This incident underscored the match's competitive nature, where a single error could have tipped the balance of the contest. With both teams anxious to secure points in the league standings, the stakes were high, making the lack of goals even more palpable.

In addition to the save by Contreras, Barcelona SC also argued for a penalty kick when a shot from Johnny Quiñónez struck the hand of Roger Arias. The VAR (Video Assistant Referee) intervened, prompting referee Oswaldo Contreras to review the incident for a possible handball that could have warranted a penalty. This decision has raised questions regarding the consistency of officiating and the interpretations of handball rules within the scope of the match, highlighting ongoing debates within Ecuadorian football regarding VAR's role and the clarity of regulations pertaining to potential penalties.