Independiente del Valle widens lead in Ecuador LigaPro after 18th‑round victories

Independiente del Valle reinforced its position at the top of the 2026 LigaPro after defeating Mushuc Runa 4‑1 at Echaleche. The win gave the Sangolquí side an 11‑point cushion over second‑placed Aucas, moving to 43 points.

On the same matchday, the classic Astillero clash between Emelec and Barcelona SC ended in a draw, while Liga de Quito were held to a 0‑0 stalemate with Libertad, leaving them fourth with 28 points. The tournament approaches the final stretch of its first stage, with the leaders aiming to secure a spot in the championship hexagonal.