The Ecuador national team has a new captain. Moisés Caicedo will be the player wearing the captain's armband in the 2026 World Cup. This decision was made by coach Sebastián Beccacece prior to the match against Germany and will be ratified in the match against Mexico.
What happened to Enner Valencia?
Enner Valencia, the historic goal-scorer for the Ecuador national team, is no longer the team's captain. The team itself announced the news through a video on its social media channels.
Why is this decision important?
The decision to name Moisés Caicedo as captain is important because it reflects a change in the team's direction. Caicedo is a young and talented player who has demonstrated his ability on the field.
What's next for the Ecuador national team?
The Ecuador national team will face Mexico in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The match will be broadcast by several channels, including DGO, DSports, Paramount+, and Teleamazonas in Ecuador, and VIX Premium in Mexico.
| Channel | Country |
|---|---|
| DGO | Ecuador |
| DSports | Ecuador |
| Paramount+ | Ecuador |
| Teleamazonas | Ecuador |
| VIX Premium | Mexico |
The Ecuador national team is coming off a streak of 5 unbeaten matches, with a record of 1W-4D-0L. Their last match was a 2-0 win against New Zealand on November 19, 2025.
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