Jordy Caicedo breaks his silence and talks about his stint with Ecuador

Jordy Caicedo, forward for Ecuador, confirmed that coach Gustavo Beccacece made the decisions he thought were best after the team's exit from the 2026 World Cup. The former Barcelona striker, who only logged 17 minutes in the tournament, said he holds no grudges and will keep working to wear the tricolor again. Ecuador 2-0 New Zealand (2025‑11‑19) shows the side is still in good shape, with a recent run of 1W‑4D‑0L.

Why did he see so little action at the World Cup?

After the 2‑0 loss to Mexico, Caicedo explained that the coach preferred to keep Enner Valencia as starter. "The coach did what he thought was best for the team," the forward said, adding that the decision was left to fate. His minutes came against Curaçao (1'), Germany (5') and Mexico (11'), without finding the net. The limited involvement sparked questions about the coaching staff's trust in younger players.

What does Caicedo think about the captaincy and the squad's future?

He noted that the captaincy rests with established names such as Moisés Caicedo, Willian Pacho, Piero Hincapié and Pervis Estupiñán. "There are great people and a lot to build on," he said. He also confirmed his contract with Huracán runs until December, leaving open the possibility of an extension if conditions are right. His message to fans was gratitude: "Always grateful to Ecuadorians who supported us from the start."

What lies ahead for Ecuador and Caicedo?

After the exit, Ecuador's focus shifts to rebuilding the squad for the next qualification phase. Coach Beccacece is already scouting options to strengthen the attack, while Caicedo aims for more playing time in Argentine football. The recent 2‑0 win over New Zealand and an unbeaten streak (1W‑4D‑0L) give the national side a positive platform for upcoming international fixtures.