Where to Watch the Mushuc Runa vs Independiente del Valle Copa Sudamericana 2025 Match and Who’s Commentating

The much-anticipated Copa Sudamericana 2025 clash between Mushuc Runa and Independiente del Valle is set to take place on 20 August 2025 at 01:30 UK time. This South American continental fixture is a crucial second-leg encounter in the octavos de final stage, staged at Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa. British viewers keen to follow the action live should note that the match is available primarily on beIN Connect platforms in Australia and New Zealand, as well as on beIN Sports channels in Canada and the United States.

Since the UK does not have direct broadcast rights for this particular fixture, access to the match may rely on international streaming services or satellite providers offering beIN Sports or beIN Connect subscriptions. The coverage uses the world feed commentators, meaning the commentary team is shared globally rather than localised for each region.

Broadcast Channels and Commentary Details

In Australia and New Zealand, the game is available via beIN Connect Australia and beIN Connect New Zealand respectively. For North American audiences, beIN Sports Canada 5 and beIN Sports US 5 provide live coverage. Critically, all these channels utilise the world feed commentary, which is helmed by Jon Cotterill as the main commentator. Cotterill is an experienced British football commentator renowned for his articulate and insightful delivery; he often features on international football broadcasts including the UEFA Champions League and other global tournaments.

About the Teams and Match Preview

Independiente del Valle are the clear favourites going into this matchup. Managed by Javier Rabanal, the club currently leads Ecuador’s LigaPro 2025 season with 53 points, demonstrating consistent form domestically and in continental contests. Their star striker Claudio Spinelli has been in excellent scoring form, netting 16 goals in 28 league games. Independiente holds a 1-0 advantage from the first leg and seeks to confirm their passage to the quarterfinals.

Mushuc Runa, on the other hand, face a daunting test. Despite their excellent performance in the Copa Sudamericana group stage (remaining unbeaten with six wins and one draw), the team suffers a poor run domestically, languishing at the bottom of the LigaPro standings. Led by coach Paúl Vélez, Mushuc Runa must overturn the deficit and regain momentum in front of their home fans at Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa.

The match kicks off at 19:30 local Ecuadorian time on 19 August (equivalent to 01:30 BST, 20 August) and will be streamed live through beIN’s platforms mentioned above. Internationally in South America, ESPN and Disney+ are among the broadcasters with rights to the Copa Sudamericana, offering an alternative viewing option. For fans following closely, the official Copa Sudamericana website and sports portals like Primicias [Primicias Ecuador] provide live updates and analyses.

About Jon Cotterill and His Commentary Career

Jon Cotterill is the voice behind the world feed commentary for this Copa Sudamericana fixture. Known for his smooth and professional style, Cotterill’s experience spans numerous high-profile football broadcasts across various international competitions. While he mainly works for British broadcasters, he is often called upon for international matches that require a neutral and polished commentary team, making him a perfect fit for a South American club-level game with global interest.

His commentary typically balances tactical insight with play-by-play narration, enhancing the experience for viewers unfamiliar with South American teams or competitions. Fans tuning in on beIN Connect or beIN Sports can expect a high-quality audio broadcast delivered in clear British English.

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