Ecuador were back. Missing from the previous edition, they had last graced the World Cup in 2014. Under Gustavo Alfaro, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 7 |
| 2 |
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3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 6 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 7 | -6 | 0 |
Ecuador found moments of promise but ultimately fell short of the consistency needed to progress beyond the group stage.
Ecuador experienced an inconsistent group stage, and the mixed results were not enough to go through. Their campaign featured a 2-0 win over Qatar, a 1-1 draw with Netherlands, and a narrow 1-2 loss to Senegal. Despite moments of quality, it was not enough to advance, and Ecuador's campaign ended at the the group phase.
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Eliminated in the group stage.
Enner Valencia led Ecuador's attack with 3 goals at the 2022 World Cup.
The tactical mind behind Ecuador's 2022 campaign. A Argentine at the helm leading Ecuador at his first World Cup.
Gustavo Alfaro led Ecuador with an attacking style focused on quick counter-attacks and set pieces. The team's 2-0 win over Qatar was a highlight of their campaign, but it wasn't enough to overcome the strong performances from Netherlands and Senegal.
