Ecuador's national team, known as 'La Tri', has identified the reason behind their recent goal drought. The team, coming off a 2-0 loss to Mexico on July 1, 2026, is looking for solutions ahead of the 2026 World Cup. With a record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their last five matches, the pressure to score is evident.

Who is to blame according to the team?

Ecuador's manager, Gustavo Alfaro, has pointed to the lack of finishing in the opponent's box as the main issue. 'It's not that we don't create chances, but we don't convert them,' the coach stated. La Tri has struggled to turn their opportunities into goals, especially in the last two matches, where they have failed to score.

Why is this a problem for the 2026 World Cup?

With the 2026 World Cup approaching, Ecuador needs to improve their offensive effectiveness. The team has shown good play in midfield, but the lack of goals could be an obstacle in the competition. La Tri has time to work on this, but the pressure is high.

What's next for La Tri?

Ecuador is preparing for their next friendly match, where they will aim to break their goal drought. The team has a pending match against an opponent yet to be confirmed, but the goal is clear: score goals and gain confidence before the 2026 World Cup.