Ecuador
Ecuador’s World Cup journey has featured steady growth, disciplined team performances, and a handful of standout milestones that signaled its rise on the international stage. The nation’s best finish came in 2006, when Ecuador reached the Round of 16 during its strongest tournament run. With four appearances—2002, 2006, 2014, and 2022—Ecuador has established itself as an increasingly consistent competitor within CONMEBOL. A defining milestone in the country’s World Cup story is the rise of Enner Valencia, who became Ecuador’s all-time top scorer at the tournament with six goals, scoring all of the team’s strikes in 2014 and repeating the feat in 2022. Another key moment came in 2002, when Ecuador earned its first-ever World Cup victory with a 2–0 win over Croatia, announcing the nation’s arrival on football’s biggest stage.
Discover the official Ecuador squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Explore player profiles, positions, and key stats for each member of the team as they prepare to compete on football’s biggest stage.
Robert Abel Arboleda Escobar
Defender
Oct 22, 1991
Carlos Armando Gruezo Arboleda
Midfielder
Apr 19, 1995
Willian Joel Pacho Tenorio
Defender
Oct 16, 2001
Gonzalo Jordy Plata Jiménez
Attacker
Nov 1, 2000
Hernán Ismael Galíndez
Goalkeeper
Mar 30, 1987
Julio Joao Ortiz Landázuri
Midfielder
May 1, 1996
José Adoni Cifuentes Charcopa
Attacker
Mar 12, 1999
Enner Remberto Valencia Lastra
Attacker
Nov 4, 1989
Pervis Josué Estupiñán Tenorio
Midfielder
Jan 21, 1998
Félix Eduardo Torres Caicedo
Defender
Jan 11, 1997
José Andrés Hurtado Cheme
Defender
Dec 23, 2001
Moisés Isaac Caicedo Corozo
Midfielder
Nov 2, 2001
Patrickson Luiggy Delgado Villa
Midfielder
Oct 17, 2003
Anthony Lenín Valencia Bajaña
Attacker
Jul 21, 2003
Marco Antonio Angulo Solórzano
Midfielder
May 8, 2002
Norman Andres Micolta Arroyo
Defender
Jun 6, 1999
Layan Manuel Loor Requelme
Defender
May 23, 2001
Kevin José Rodríguez Cortez
Attacker
Mar 4, 2000
Allen Aldair Obando Ayoví
Attacker
Jun 13, 2006
Keny Alexander Arroyo Alvarado
Midfielder
Feb 14, 2006
Meet the coaching staff behind Ecuador’s World Cup 2026 campaign. Learn about the head coach, assistant coaches, and support team who are responsible for preparing the squad and leading them on the path to glory.
Sebastián Andrés Beccacece
Birthday:
Dec 17, 1980
Nationality:
Argentina
Explore the most recent matches played by Ecuador in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Get insights into match results, key moments, and player performances.
Netherlands vs Ecuador
1 : 1
Mar 31, 2026 • Friendlies
Philips Stadion, Eindhoven
Morocco vs Ecuador
1 : 1
Mar 27, 2026 • Friendlies
Wanda Metropolitano, Madrid
Ecuador vs New Zealand
2 : 0
Nov 19, 2025 • Friendlies
Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison
Canada vs Ecuador
0 : 0
Nov 14, 2025 • Friendlies
BMO Field, Toronto
Mexico vs Ecuador
1 : 1
Oct 15, 2025 • Friendlies
Estadio Akron, Guadalajara
USA vs Ecuador
1 : 1
Oct 11, 2025 • Friendlies
Q2 Stadium, Austin
Ecuador vs Argentina
1 : 0
Sep 9, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification South America
Estadio Monumental Banco Pichincha, Guayaquil
Paraguay vs Ecuador
0 : 0
Sep 4, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification South America
Estadio Defensores del Chaco, Asunción
Peru vs Ecuador
0 : 0
Jun 11, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification South America
Estadio Nacional, Lima
Ecuador vs Brazil
0 : 0
Jun 5, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification South America
Estadio Monumental Banco Pichincha, Guayaquil
Follow Ecuador’s journey to the FIFA World Cup 2026, from the qualification process to their performance in the tournament. See how they secured their spot and what challenges they faced along the way.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Sep 8, 2023 | Argentina vs Ecuador | Estadio Monumental | Buenos Aires | 1:0 |
2 | Sep 12, 2023 | Ecuador vs Uruguay | Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado | Quito | 2:1 |
3 | Oct 12, 2023 | Bolivia vs Ecuador | Estadio Hernando Siles | La Paz | 1:2 |
4 | Oct 17, 2023 | Ecuador vs Colombia | Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado | Quito | 0:0 |
5 | Nov 16, 2023 | Venezuela vs Ecuador | Estadio Monumental de Maturín | Maturín | 0:0 |
6 | Nov 21, 2023 | Ecuador vs Chile | Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado | Quito | 1:0 |
7 | Sep 7, 2024 | Brazil vs Ecuador | Estádio Major Antônio Couto Pereira | Curitiba | 1:0 |
8 | Sep 10, 2024 | Ecuador vs Peru | Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado | Quito | 1:0 |
9 | Oct 10, 2024 | Ecuador vs Paraguay | Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado | Quito | 0:0 |
10 | Oct 15, 2024 | Uruguay vs Ecuador | Estadio Centenario | Montevideo | 0:0 |
11 | Nov 15, 2024 | Ecuador vs Bolivia | Estadio Monumental Banco Pichincha | Guayaquil | 4:0 |
12 | Nov 19, 2024 | Colombia vs Ecuador | Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez | Barranquilla | 0:1 |
13 | Mar 21, 2025 | Ecuador vs Venezuela | Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado | Quito | 2:1 |
14 | Mar 26, 2025 | Chile vs Ecuador | Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos | Santiago de Chile | 0:0 |
15 | Jun 5, 2025 | Ecuador vs Brazil | Estadio Monumental Banco Pichincha | Guayaquil | 0:0 |
16 | Jun 11, 2025 | Peru vs Ecuador | Estadio Nacional | Lima | 0:0 |
17 | Sep 4, 2025 | Paraguay vs Ecuador | Estadio Defensores del Chaco | Asunción | 0:0 |
18 | Sep 9, 2025 | Ecuador vs Argentina | Estadio Monumental Banco Pichincha | Guayaquil | 1:0 |
Explore Ecuador’s rich history in the FIFA World Cup, from their debut to their most memorable moments. Discover key matches, legendary players, and the team’s journey through past tournaments as they aim for glory in 2026.
Enner Valencia
Ecuador’s all-time leading goal scorer and the face of the national team across three World Cups (2014, 2022, 2026 qualification cycle). Valencia has carried Ecuador through multiple qualifying campaigns and remains the team’s main attacking reference.
Moisés Caicedo
A modern, high-intensity midfielder who plays a crucial role for Ecuador and in the Premier League. His ball-winning and tactical intelligence make him the key engine in midfield. Caicedo’s rise to Europe greatly elevated Ecuador’s competitiveness during 2026 qualifying.
Piero Hincapié
One of the most promising defenders in South America and a starter in Europe. Hincapié brings composure and pace to Ecuador’s back line. His performances during qualifiers established him as the defensive leader of the new generation.
Gonzalo Plata
Plata provides speed, creativity, and 1-on-1 ability on the right flank. Known for his dribbling and unpredictability, he has been a consistent threat in World Cup qualifiers. His attacking contributions add balance and width to Ecuador’s forward play.
Willian Pacho
A new-generation defensive pillar, Pacho combines calm ball-playing quality with aggressive defending. He has been a standout presence in Ecuador’s 2026 qualifying run and is widely seen as a cornerstone of the back line heading into the World Cup.
Kendry Páez
A teenage sensation already making an impact on the senior team. Páez combines vision, technique, and confidence, becoming one of the youngest players to score in CONMEBOL qualifiers. Seen as Ecuador’s future playmaker for 2026 and beyond.
Iván Hurtado
Ecuador’s all-time appearance leader with 168 caps, Hurtado was the commanding centre-back of multiple generations. He captained the team through historic milestones and remained a defensive reference point for more than two decades.
Alberto Spencer
Ecuador’s most iconic historic striker and a true South American legend. Spencer remains the all-time top scorer in Copa Libertadores history (54 goals) and a Peñarol icon, combining ruthless finishing with big-match excellence that defined an era.
Álex Aguinaga
A legendary playmaker and long-time captain, Aguinaga defined Ecuador’s football identity across the 1990s and early 2000s. With 109 caps, his vision, technique, and leadership helped carry Ecuador into its first World Cup era.
Agustín Delgado
A classic No.9 and former Ecuador record scorer (31 goals) before Enner Valencia surpassed him, Delgado delivered in the biggest moments. He also scored Ecuador’s first-ever World Cup goal in 2006, sealing his place in national-team history.
Ecuador will play its World Cup 2026 matches in the following stadiums across North America. Each venue offers a unique atmosphere and experience for fans, with state-of-the-art facilities and passionate local support. Check the schedule to see which stadiums will host Ecuador’s group stage and potential knockout matches.
FIFA is employing a dynamic pricing model, so prices can go up or down depending on demand. Due to this, there is no specific price point as yet. Fans can expect prices to vary across tournament phases and matches. As a result, the lowest official stadium prices, for example, are anticipated to start from around $60, while premium hospitality packages can run up to $7,875.
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