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Ecuador
Ecuador
Ecuador national football team
Guayaquil
WC Qual, CONMEBOL
Coach: Sánchez Bas
Captain: Dominguez
Stadium: Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa (40958)
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21 Nov 2023
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22 Jun 22:00
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26 Jun 22:00
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Chelsea wonderkid Kendry Paez allegedly among Ecuador players filmed in a club throwing money at dancers
16-year-old Chelsea wonderkid Kendry Paez was allegedly one of the members of the Ecuador national team that visited a nightclub in the US on March 24th night before their game against Italy on March 25th.Kendry Paez, Robert Arboleda, Piero Hincapie and Gonzalo Plata were reportedly the players involved.
Chelsea
2 months ago
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Kendry Paez become youngest South American goalscorer in CONMEBOL history with assist from Caicedo
Chelsea-bound Ecuadorian prodigy Kendry Paez is continuing to impress at the international level as he scored in a 2-1 win over Bolivia with an assist with futur Chelsea teammate Moises Caicedo.The goal makes the 16-year-old the youngest ever South American goal-scorer in CONMEBOL qualifying history.
Chelsea
7 months ago
14
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Watch Chelsea boys Caicedo and Paez claim assists to help Ecuador beat Uruguay 2-1 (video)
Chelsea midfielders Moises Caicedo and Kendry Paez were both on hand to provide assists for Ecuador's goals against Uruguay to help them win the game 2-1.Ciacedo's assist came for Ecuador's first goal as he whips in a corner for Torres to head into the net.
Chelsea
8 months ago
20
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'He made him uncomfortable': Caicedo praised for doing good job vs Messi for Ecuador
Earlier this week, Argentina and Ecuador faced each other in the World Cup qualifier. The only goal of the game was scored by Lionel Messi.
Chelsea
8 months ago
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'Congratulations, fatty': Luis Suarez reacts to Leo Messi equaling his big record
Scoring a stunner against Ecuador on Friday, Lionel Messi not only notched his 65th career free-kick but also equalled Luis Suarez's big record.With 29 goals each, Leo and Luis now share the stage as the most prolific scorers in South American World Cup qualifiers.
Barcelona
8 months ago
7
204
6 players with most free-kick goals in history: Messi behind Ronaldinho
By converting a direct free kick against Ecuador, Leo Messi has equalled David Beckham in the number of such goals scored.The Argentine netted his 65th free-kick goal.
Barcelona
8 months ago
14
218
How close is Messi to Juninho Pernambucano's free-kick record? Answered
In a recent showdown against Ecuador, Lionel Messi struck his 65th career free-kick goal, leading Argentina to a 1-0 victory at the World Cup qualifiers.How close is Leo to breaking the all-time free-kick record now?Currently held by Juninho Pernambucano, the record stands at 77 goals.
Barcelona
8 months ago
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203
Leo Messi single-handedly wins game for Argentina with trademark free-kick goal v Ecuador
The Argentines kicked off their World Cup qualifying campaign against Ecuador in Buenos Aires this Friday.It took La Albiceleste 78 minutes to find a winner - and it was Lionel Messi who had the final word in the clash.
Barcelona
8 months ago
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Team's best footballers in WC Qual, CONMEBOL
All stats
Goals
Felix Torres
2
Kevin José Rodríguez Cortez
1
Ray Kendry Páez Andrade
1
Assists
Moisés Caicedo
3
Ray Kendry Páez Andrade
1
Duel won
Moisés Caicedo
38
Kevin José Rodríguez Cortez
27
Felix Torres
24
Chances created
Ray Kendry Páez Andrade
8
Moisés Caicedo
7
Angelo Preciado
7
Clean sheets
Alexander Dominguez
2
Moises Ramirez
1
Enzo Fernandez hails one 'great person' among Chelsea newcomers - they face each other this week
Early on Friday morning, Argentina will take on Ecuador in a World Cup qualifier. This game is likely to involve a duel between Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo who are now Chelsea teammates.
Chelsea
8 months ago
23
94
14 Chelsea players called up for international duty
The first international break of the 2023/24 season is set to take place in the second week of September.As many as 14 Chelsea players have the chance to play for their countries in the upcoming window.
Chelsea
8 months ago
56
108
'Similar to Cesc Fabregas': Louis Saha explains why Man United should sign Moises Caicedo
Speaking to Betfred, Louis Saha said: "I can understand why Mason Mount was Manchester United's priority midfield target considering his attacking output and productivity, which is something that we need in our game."They needed somebody that has similar attributes to Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes and Christian Eriksen.
Manchester United
10 months ago
25
117
BILD: Bayern pull out of Moises Caicedo race because of Chelsea (reliability: 4 stars)
Bayern Munich will no longer pursue Moises Caicedo, according to Christian Falk of Sport BILD.The Bundesliga side believe that the midfielder has an agreement to join Chelsea in the summer transfer window.
Chelsea
10 months ago
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140
Chelsea identify Gvardiol alternative, he also played at World Cup - Sky Sports (reliability: 4 stars)
According to Sky Sports, Chelsea are interested in Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Piero Hincapie.The 20-year-old is viewed as a more affordable alternative for the Blues' main target, Josko Gvardiol.
Chelsea
1 year ago
24
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All pics of Barca players with Man of the Match awards in World Cup group stage
3 different Barcelona players won Man of the Match awards during the World Cup group stage.1.
Barcelona
1 year ago
15
139
'Attack on me as a person': Van Dijk hits out at Van Basten after poor leadership remarks
Last week, Dutch legend Marco van Basten criticised Virgil van Dijk for poor defending and leadership in the Netherlands' 1-1 draw against Ecuador."Van Dijk is just waiting and watching him shoot," Van Basten told NOS about Enner Valencia's equaliser against the Dutch team.
Liverpool
1 year ago
13
50
Chelsea return to training & 3 more big stories you might've missed
Chelsea return to trainingPlayers who are not involved in the World Cup have gathered at Cobham after a two-week rest.Koulibaly and Pulisic score decisive World Cup goalsKoulibaly's goal against Ecuador and Pulisic's strike against Iran took Senegal and the United States to the Round of 16.
Chelsea
1 year ago
3
53
Virgil van Dijk plays 90 minutes vs Qatar as Netherlands top World Cup group
The Netherlands predictably defeated Qatar 2-0 in the final game of the group stage to top their quartet. The goals were scored by Cody Gakpo and Frenkie de Jong, the players linked with Liverpool at some point over the last months.
Liverpool
1 year ago
7
82
Kalidou Koulibaly's goal takes Senegal to World Cup knockout stage
Kalidou Koulibaly became Senegal's hero in the World Cup clash with Ecuador.The Chelsea defender scored on 70 minutes to win this game for his country 2-1 and take his team to the Round of 16.
Chelsea
1 year ago
27
103
Ecuador v Senegal: Official team lineups for the World Cup clash revealed
2022 Qatar World Cup, Matchday 3, Group A.Ecuador XI: Galindez, Preciado, Torres, Hincapie, Estupinan, Franco, Gruezo, Caicedo, Plata, Estrada, Valencia.
1 year ago
1
29
Chelsea eye Robert Sanchez as Mendy's replacement & 2 other under-radar stories
Pulisic told he wouldn't get into England squad"We got dominated by a team of American players, who I don’t want to be too disrespectful to them, but I bet none of them would have been selected in an England squad," ex-Spurs boss Tim Sherwood said, reflecting on the 0-0 draw in the England v USA game."Even Tyler Adams and (Antonee) Robinson, who we saw were outstanding and Pulisic, they wouldn’t be selected in an England squad.
Chelsea
1 year ago
42
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About the team
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Marco van Basten claims Van Dijk 'fails as captain' for Netherlands - Virgil reacts
Speaking on Dutch television after the Netherlands drew the World Cup game with Ecuador 1-1, Marco van Basten slammed Virgil van Dijk for his role in Enner Valencia's goal - and apparently, his leadership skills, as well."Van Dijk is just waiting and watching him shoot.
Liverpool
1 year ago
30
32
How did Frenkie and Memphis fare in Netherlands' draw with Ecuador? Answered
Despite being clear favourites to win today, the Netherlands ended up in a 1-1 draw with Ecuador. For his terrific performance, Barcelona's midfielder Frenkie de Jong was handed the Man of the Match award.
Barcelona
1 year ago
12
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De Jong starts for Netherlands v Ecuador, Memphis benched
Frenkie de Jong has been confirmed to start for the Netherlands' World Cup round two encounter vs Ecuador. The other Barcelona player, Memphis Depay, remains on the bench.
Barcelona
1 year ago
12
124
Round 2 of group stage starts: all World Cup games where 7 Liverpool players might feature
All teams have played their first games at the World Cup, and the second round of the group stage starts today, November 25.Four Liverpool players have featured for their national teams so far, while three more players are waiting for their turn.
Liverpool
1 year ago
64
'World Cup effect': Fan names short-term solution to replace Ronaldo up front
Man United will be in the market for a new striker in the January transfer window after releasing Cristiano Ronaldo from his contract.A fan named an interesting name to replace him in the winter, writing on a post for The Athletic: “I’m telling you, it will be a short term fix, and his name is Enner Valencia! The World Cup effect is coming.
Manchester United
1 year ago
26
43
Are you watching World Cup 2022 or are you boycotting it?
The 2022 World Cup starts today with hosts Qatar set to take on Ecuador. Barcelona will have 17 players at the World Cup, more than any other club.
Barcelona
1 year ago
100
130
Are you watching World Cup 2022 or are you boycotting it?
The 2022 World Cup starts today with hosts Qatar set to take on Ecuador. Real Madrid will have 12 players at the tournament.
Real Madrid
1 year ago
35
53
Are you watching World Cup 2022 or are you boycotting it?
The 2022 World Cup begins today, with hosts Qatar taking on Ecuador in the opening game. 12 Chelsea players will be involved in the tournament.
Chelsea
1 year ago
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Are you watching World Cup 2022 or are you boycotting it?
The 2022 World Cup begins today, with hosts Qatar taking on Ecuador in the opening game. Seven Liverpool players will be involved in the tournament.
Liverpool
1 year ago
84
61
Mendy and Koulibaly in Senegal squad for World Cup
Edouard Mendy and Kalidou Koulibaly have both been included in the Senegal squad for the World Cup.The Chelsea duo played key roles in their national team's first ever win at the Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year, so their inclusion is not surprising.
Chelsea
1 year ago
3
76
World Cup 2022 squads ranked by average age: Spain, England among youngest teams
The average age of all the participating teams in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022 has been revealed.As per Transfermarkt, the United States of America national team will have the youngest squad among all the sides in the competition – with an average age of just 23.
2 years ago
2
43
Jesse Lingard's absence vs Leicester explained & 3 more under-radar Man United stories
Man United preparing 'high transfer offer' for Ronald AraujoAs per Spanish outlet Sport, Man United are preparing a major transfer offer to sign Ronald Araujo from Barcelona in the summer.The Red Devils want to convince him to join them this summer rather than sign a new contract with Barca and are willing to offer him lucrative money for that.
Manchester United
2 years ago
5
29
Messi against Lewandowski and more: 2022 World Cup draw in full
Full World Cup group stage drawGroup AQatarEcuadorSenegalThe NetherlandsGroup BEnglandIranThe United StatesWales/Scotland/UkraineGroup CArgentinaSaudi ArabiaMexicoPolandGroup DFranceAustralia/UAE/PeruDenmarkTunisiaGroup ESpainNew Zealand/Costa RicaGermanyJapanGroup FBelgiumCanadaMoroccoCroatiaGroup GBrazilSerbiaSwitzerlandCameroonGroup HPortugalGhanaUruguayKorea RepublicThe 2022 World Cup will take place in Qatar between November 21 and December 18.RELATED NEWSSpain drawn against Germany, Japan and Costa Rica/New Zealand in World Cup group stageSpain will play against Germany, Japan and Costa Rica/New Zealand in the World Cup group stage.
Barcelona
2 years ago
26
171
Ecuador player Byron Castillo couldn't believe he got Lionel Messi's in shirt last night’s game vs Argentina
The CONMEBOL 2022 World Cup qualifiers finished on Thursday with Ecuador playing out a 1–1 draw with Argentina.A point secured against Argentina was enough for Gustavo Alfaro's side to book their place at the Qatar tournament come November.
2 years ago
2
57
'One only lives once and once is enough for me': Ecuador fan sends message to Messi after pitch invasion
"You only live once and once is enough for me because I met the greatest player of all time 🐐. Mi querido [Dear] @leomessi, thank you for all the happy moments you have given me throughout the years with your beautiful football.
Barcelona
2 years ago
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Ecuadorian player's reaction to getting Messi's shirt is wholesome
Ecuador player Byron Castillo was besides himself with excitement after swapping jerseys from Lionel Messi at full time. Castillo could be seen jubilating with his teammates after getting Leo's shirt, and even got congratulated by a few of them.
Barcelona
2 years ago
10
171
'Fast, fast!': Messi's reaction to pitch invader running towards him caught on camera
Quite a special episode took place after the World Cup qualifier between Argentina and Ecuador on Wednesday.After the game, an Ecuador fan ran out onto the pitch to take a photo with Leo Messi.
Barcelona
2 years ago
8
163
'Levels': Messi's and Ronaldo's 2022 World Cup routes are SO different
Football fans often troll Leo Messi for 'mid-level' teams he plays against in South America.But let's just compare the routes of Messi and Ronaldo ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
Barcelona
2 years ago
7
162
2 men charged after Rashford's brother held at gunpoint & 3 more under-radar stories at Man United today
2 men charged in Rashford's brother assault caseThe three-year investigation into the assault case involving Marcus Rashford's brother Dane is finally over and two men have been charged with assault.Back in 2019, 29-year-old Dane was held at gunpoint when a gang of men entered the the Little Rock restaurant in Manchester, demanding valuables.
Manchester United
2 years ago
21
41
Vinicius, Kroos off: Ancelotti explains his subs in Bilbao clash
"Kroos left the pitch due to fatigue, like Vinicius Jr. I was thinking about changes at extra time but we didn't equalise," Carlo Ancelotti has told the media.
Real Madrid
2 years ago
18
39
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WC Qual, CONMEBOL Table
WC Qual, CONMEBOL
FIFA World Cup
Copa America
WC Qual, CONMEBOL
International friendlies
Team
P
M
1
Argentina
15
6
2
Uruguay
13
6
3
Colombia
12
6
4
Venezuela
9
6
5
Ecuador
8
6
6
Brazil
7
6
7
Paraguay
5
6
8
Chile
5
6
9
Bolivia
3
6
10
Peru
2
6
Full standings
Goals
Assists
RC
YC
Player
G
Darwin Nunez
Uruguay
5
Nicolas De la Cruz
Uruguay
3
Lionel Messi
Argentina
3
José Salomón Rondón
Venezuela
2
Rafael Borre
Colombia
2
