Ecuador's football federation is looking for a new coach, with Roberto Martínez as the top candidate. The team is currently in third place in the World Cup standings, with 4 points, 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss in 3 games. In their last match, Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0. Ecuador is 2 points behind Germany in the standings. ## When will Ecuador play again? Ecuador will have activity in the FIFA date of September and October, and one of their possible rivals will be Japan and South Korea. Before the World Cup, there was talk of a match against a power like Spain and Italy. Roberto Martínez – Portugal ## In summary - The top candidate for the position of coach of the Ecuadorian national team has been defined after intense negotiations by the Ecuadorian Football Federation. - The strategist has the ideal profile sought by the board to lead the sports project with a view to the next international challenges. - His eventual arrival aims to consolidate the style of play of La Tri and improve the performance of the team in this 2026 season. Ecuador's next matches will be in September and October, and they will face Japan and South Korea. ## What comes next? The Ecuadorian national team will have activity in the FIFA date of September and October, and one of their possible rivals will be Japan and South Korea. Before the World Cup, there was talk of a match against a power like Spain and Italy.