The Ecuador national team is looking for a new coach after the departure of Sebastián Beccacece. The Ecuadorian Football Federation is evaluating the hiring of a new coach and already has candidates in consideration. Among them are Luis Zubeldía and Gustavo Costas, two coaches with experience in Ecuador.

Who are the candidates?

Luis Zubeldía and Gustavo Costas are two names that are valued to lead the Ecuador national team. Zubeldía has experience in Ecuador, having coached Barcelona SC and Liga de Quito. Costas also has experience in Ecuador, having coached Barcelona SC.

What is expected of the candidates?

The Ecuadorian Football Federation expects the candidates to have experience in directing national teams. Also, it is expected that they have a good relationship with the players and the technical staff.

What's next?

It is expected that during the week of July 27, a first cut will be made within the list of candidates. The Ecuadorian Football Federation is also evaluating the hiring of a new coach.

Note: The last time the Ecuador national team played was on July 1, 2026, against Mexico, and lost 2-0.

Note: The Ecuador national team has a bad streak in the last games, with only one win in the last five games.

Note: The Ecuadorian Football Federation is evaluating the hiring of a new coach for the Ecuador national team.

Note: The last time the Ecuador national team played was on July 1, 2026, against Mexico, and lost 2-0.

Note: The Ecuador national team has a bad streak in the last games, with only one win in the last five games.

Note: The Ecuadorian Football Federation is evaluating the hiring of a new coach for the Ecuador national team.