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Defensive, wily and intense, Ecuador aim to make 2026 World Cup their best

Defensive, wily and intense, Ecuador aim to make 2026 World Cup their best

Ecuador's national football team performed exceptionally well in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, finishing second in the CONMEBOL table, their best-ever result. Despite a three-point penalty for using false documents to register a player, the team demonstrated impressive strength in depth and resilience, making them a formidable opponent. The highlight of their campaign was a 1-0 victory over defending champions Argentina, with veteran striker Enner Valencia scoring the winning goal in his 100th appearance for the national team. The team's defensive, wily, and intense style of play has made them a difficult team to face, and they will be aiming to make the 2026 World Cup their best performance yet.

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