The Ecuador national team is facing rumors of threats from the Sinaloa Cartel. These rumors emerged after Ecuador's defeat to Mexico in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

Where did the rumor of the threat come from?

Argentine communicator Eduardo Feinmann stated that some members of the Ecuadorian team had received threats directed at them and their families before the match against Mexico.

What does the Ecuadorian Football Federation say?

So far, there is no public evidence to support these claims, nor has any official statement been made to confirm or deny them.

The Ecuadorian national team has a recent record of 1W-4D-0L in their last 5 games, and their last win was against New Zealand on November 19, 2025, with a score of 2-0.

What's next for the Ecuadorian national team?

Coach Sebastián Beccacece confirmed his departure from the Ecuadorian national team after the defeat to Mexico.

DateMatchResult
November 19, 2025Ecuador vs. New Zealand2-0
Last 5 games1W-4D-0L