Another team, Deportivo Ecuador, took part in the playoff, but withdrew after being defeated by Aucas.
The first match between Liga and Aucas occurred on February 11, 1945, which ended in a 1–1 tie.
At the end of the 90 minutes, the game was 2–1; the timekeeper ended the match, but the referee did not notice, allowing the game to continue into extra time, where Aucas equalized the score.
The public grew livid at the referee's bad call and did not allow extra time to be played.
Since the game ended in a draw, the Pichicha football association decided to allow both teams into the first division.