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ECUGroup E
Ecuador
CONMEBOL • CONMEBOL
Tournament Outlook
Round of 32. This young squad could surprise with Caicedo anchoring midfield.
Best World Cup Result: Round of 16 (2006)
About Ecuador
La Tri has emerged as a force in South American football with a young, athletic squad. Home matches in Quito at 2,850m altitude are nearly unbeatable, and this generation has genuine World Cup ambitions.
Playing Style: Direct, physical football with emphasis on pace and athletic ability. Strong in transition.
Key Players
Midfielder
Moisés Caicedo
Chelsea
Midfielder
Kendry Páez
Chelsea (joining)
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Midfield quality
- Young squad
- Physical attributes
- Qualifying experience
Weaknesses
- Lack of World Cup experience
- Depth in certain positions
- Finishing
World Cup Schedule
Fun Facts
- ⚽Enner Valencia has scored in each of Ecuador's last 3 World Cups
- ⚽Quito home matches are among the hardest in world football
- ⚽Youngest average squad age in South America
Team Info
- FIFA Code
- ECU
- Confederation
- CONMEBOL
- World Cup Appearances
- 4
- Group
- Group E
Fan Culture
Ecuadorian football passion has grown enormously with recent success.
Known as: La Tri, La Tricolor
Famous Chants:
Sí se puede!Ecuador!