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World Cup 2026 · Group E · FIFA #23
Ecuador
- Group
- E
- FIFA Rank
- #23
- Pot
- 2
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group E · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇩🇪 Germany | #10 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇪🇨 Ecuador | #23 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast | #34 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇨🇼 Curaçao | #82 | 4 |
Ecuador's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 23:00 UTC
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast vs 🇪🇨 Ecuador
Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field)
· Philadelphia · capacity 67,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Ivory Coast's team page →
Matchday 2 · 00:00 UTC (next day)
🇪🇨 Ecuador vs 🇨🇼 Curaçao
Kansas City Stadium (Arrowhead Stadium)
· Kansas City · capacity 76,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Curaçao's team page →
Matchday 3 · 20:00 UTC
🇪🇨 Ecuador vs 🇩🇪 Germany
New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium)
· East Rutherford · capacity 82,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Germany's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 4-4-2 in counter-press setups
Pivot
Moisés Caicedo
Attacking focus
Énner Valencia · Kendry Páez
Identity
Beccacece's transition football built around Caicedo and the U-20 talent pool
Ecuador squad · 26
Provisional 2026 World Cup squad. Tap any player for their profile.
Head coach
Sebastián Beccacece
Argentine coach Sebastián Beccacece took over Ecuador in 2024, sharpening an intense, organised pressing side rich in young talent. He blends Enner Valencia's experience with a fearless new generation led by Moisés Caicedo and Kendry Páez.
Goalkeepers 3
Defenders 8
Midfielders 8
Forwards 7
Ecuador at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 (incl. 2026) | Round of 16 |
How to watch Ecuador
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: TC Televisión · Teleamazonas
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Ecuador World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Ecuador play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Ecuador's tournament begins Jun 14, 2026 against Ivory Coast at Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia (23:00 UTC).
Who is Ecuador's coach at World Cup 2026?
Sebastián Beccacece.
What group is Ecuador in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group E with Germany, Ivory Coast, Curaçao.
What is Ecuador's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#23 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 2.
Has Ecuador ever reached a World Cup Round of 16?
Ecuador's best finish is Round of 16. They have appeared at 5 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Ecuador's captain at World Cup 2026?
Énner Valencia.
Where can I watch Ecuador's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; TC Televisión · Teleamazonas in Ecuador.