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Friendlies | Thu 24 Sep, 12:00

South Korea v Ecuador Stats

Data last updated: Wed 23 Sep 2026, 08:05 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This friendly match between South Korea and Ecuador offers a tactical clash between two teams with contrasting recent form and styles. Ecuador arrives with a slightly better recent points tally and a more efficient defensive record, conceding fewer goals on average. South Korea's offense has struggled to convert chances consistently, while Ecuador's attack, led by key players, shows more promise in creating and finishing opportunities. Both teams have a 50% rate for matches over 2.5 goals, suggesting potential for an open game, but Ecuador's sharper recent performances and defensive solidity give them a slight edge in this encounter.

BT4Y best bet

Ecuador to Win

  • Ecuador holds a 53.8% to win with positive value at 2.8 .
  • South Korea averages 1.5 goals scored but concedes 1.25 per game, showing defensive vulnerability.
  • Ecuador concedes only 0.75 goals per game, indicating stronger defensive discipline.
  • South Korea has a 0% BTTS rate recently, while Ecuador's BTTS rate is 75%, highlighting Ecuador's attacking threat.
  • Both teams have a 50% over 2.5 goals rate, supporting potential for goals in this friendly.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Ecuador to win based on their superior recent form, better defensive record, and efficient attacking players. Ecuador concedes fewer goals and maintains a higher BTTS rate, indicating offensive potency. The at 2.8 offer positive value compared to the model's 53.8% win probability, making this a strong selection. No data limitations affect , and the balanced over 2.5 goals rate suggests a lively match where Ecuador's quality can prevail.

Model Win Probability53.8%
Strong positive
Implied Market Chance35.7%
Strong positive
Recent Defensive RecordEcuador concedes 0.75 goals per game
Positive
BTTS RateEcuador 75%, South Korea 0%
Positive
Over 2.5 Goals RateBoth teams 50%
Neutral

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Ecuador's recent form and defensive solidity provide a tactical advantage over South Korea, whose attack has been less effective. The data supports Ecuador as the likely winner, given their ability to limit goals conceded and create chances efficiently. This match should see Ecuador capitalize on their strengths to secure victory.

Main risk

South Korea’s World Cup campaign ended badly, but their broader recent record deserves more context.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome

“Ecuador's balanced approach with a sturdy defense and capable attackers makes them the favored side in this friendly, especially against a South Korea team that has struggled to find consistent offensive rhythm.”

Key Data Signals

Ecuador to Win evidence

Ecuador holds a 53.8% to win with positive value at 2.8 .

South Korea averages 1.5 goals scored but concedes 1.25 per game, showing defensive vulnerability.

Ecuador concedes only 0.75 goals per game, indicating stronger defensive discipline.

South Korea has a 0% BTTS rate recently, while Ecuador's BTTS rate is 75%, highlighting Ecuador's attacking threat.

What To Watch In The Data

Ecuador to Win notes

  • Over the last ten matches, both teams have a 50% rate of games finishing over 2.5 goals, indicating a moderate tempo and openness.
  • Ecuador's higher BTTS rate suggests their matches tend to have goals at both ends, while South Korea's recent matches have been more closed, influencing the expected match flow.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

South Korea1.5
Avg goals scored
Ecuador1.75
South Korea1.25
Avg goals conceded
Ecuador0.75
South Korea0%
BTTS rate
Ecuador75%
South Korea50%
Over 2.5 goals
Ecuador50%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 58% vs implied 52% · edge +5.9 pts
1.91
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 50%
2.25
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 68%
1.4
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 32%
4
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 54%
1.62
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 46%
1.8
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Both teams have a 50% rate for matches exceeding 2.5 goals, but Ecuador's 75% BTTS rate contrasts with South Korea's 0%, indicating Ecuador's attack is more likely to score while South Korea may struggle offensively. This dynamic suggests goals from Ecuador with possible clean sheet pressure on South Korea.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

South Korea

WWLL
Last 52W 0D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 0D 2L
04 Jun 2026H El Salvador1-0
31 May 2026H Trinidad and Tobago5-0
31 Mar 2026A Austria0-1
28 Mar 2026H Ivory Coast0-4

Ecuador

WWDD
Last 52W 2D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 2D 0L
07 Jun 2026H Guatemala3-0
31 May 2026H Saudi Arabia2-1
31 Mar 2026A Netherlands1-1
27 Mar 2026A Morocco1-1
Market aligned with main pickEcuador to WinBetUK guide price · Model 51% vs implied 36% · edge +15 pts
2.8
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 80%
1.5
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Ecuador Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 63%
2.05
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Ecuador's recent form shows 8 points with a better defensive record, conceding only 0.75 goals per game, compared to South Korea's 6 points and 1.25 goals conceded. Ecuador's ability to maintain clean sheets and score consistently underpins their favored status in this fixture.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickEcuador to WinBetUK guide price · Model 51% vs implied 36% · edge +15 pts
2.8
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Ecuador Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 63%
2.05
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 58%
1.91
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 50%
2.25
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The current of 2.8 for Ecuador to win represent positive value compared to the model's estimated 53.8% chance. This discrepancy suggests the market underestimates Ecuador's chances, making the bet attractive without major price warnings or stake reductions.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

South Korea6.5
Avg corners for
Ecuador4.75
South Korea9.25
Avg total corners
Ecuador6.25
South Korea1.25
Avg yellow cards
Ecuador1.5
South Korea13.75
Avg shots
Ecuador13.5

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Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0South Korea wins
0Draws
0Ecuador wins
Market aligned with main pickEcuador to WinBetUK guide price · Model 51% vs implied 36% · edge +15 pts
2.8
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 58%
1.91
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 50%
2.25
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No previous head-to-head data exists between South Korea and Ecuador, so historical meetings do not provide guidance. Tactical matchups and current form data are more relevant for predicting the outcome in this friendly.
Season team stats

Friendlies

South Korea4
Played
Ecuador4
South Korea1.5
Avg goals for
Ecuador1.8
South Korea1.3
Avg goals against
Ecuador0.8
South Korea2
Clean sheets
Ecuador1
Market aligned with main pickEcuador to WinBetUK guide price · Model 51% vs implied 36% · edge +15 pts
2.8
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Ecuador Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 63%
2.05
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Season-long stats highlight Ecuador's stronger defensive performance and slightly higher goal scoring rate (1.75 goals per game) compared to South Korea (1.5 goals). This balance supports Ecuador's capability to control the match tempo and limit South Korea's scoring chances.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

50%South Korea Over 2.5
50%Ecuador Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
Over the last ten matches, both teams have a 50% rate of games finishing over 2.5 goals, indicating a moderate tempo and openness. Ecuador's higher BTTS rate suggests their matches tend to have goals at both ends, while South Korea's recent matches have been more closed, influencing the expected match flow.

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