Ecuador's Search for a New Head Coach

Ecuador's national team began the search for a new head coach after being eliminated from the 2026 World Cup. The Ecuadorian team, led by Sebastián Beccacece, lost to Mexico in the round of 16.

What happened?

The Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) announced Beccacece's departure and the search for a new coach. The entity referred to the team's last elimination from the 2026 World Cup.

Why is it important for Ecuador?

The search for a new head coach is important for the future of the Ecuadorian team. The FEF is looking for a coach who can build a competitive project in the medium and long term.

What comes next?

The FEF did not announce a date for the new coach's arrival. The next FIFA international date, after the World Cup, will be in September and October 2026.

Ecuador's national team qualified for the World Cup with Sebastián Beccacece as coach, who arrived on August 7, 2024, to replace Félix Sánchez. With the Argentine coach, the Ecuadorian team advanced to the group stage, but did not pass the round of 16.

The FEF also referred to other aspects, such as filing a complaint with FIFA for non-football incidents. The institution also stated that it will meet with national football clubs to account for the economic expenses in the Cup.

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