Ecuador possible squad for FIFA world cup 2022 revealed as they have qualified for the mega event. Ecuador performance in the world cups have not been good so far for some reasons. They qualified for the most anticipated tournament for the first time in 2002. In 2018 world cup, they did not qualify for world cup. However, the team will appear in 2022 world cup.

Ecuador made a wonderful game play in the qualification round as they played 18 matches and won 7 out of them. In 6 matches, they faced loss while 5 matches ended as draw. In total, they posted 27 goals in total against the opponents.
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Ecuador Squad For FIFA World Cup 2022
FIFA has ordered the teams to announce the squad of 23 players before one month of the tournament. However, the possible lineup of Ecuador revealed. Depending upon the condition of pandemic, there are chances that the list may be expanded to thirty players. However, the official details will be announced near the tournament.
Here is the possible squad of Ecuador for FIFA world cup 2022 edition. There may be some changes in the list if any player gets injured or retired. Ecuador will announce the final squad officially.
No# | Players | Club | Age | Position |
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1 | Hernán Galíndez | Universidad de Chile | 35 | GK |
12 | Jorge Pinos | 9 de Octubre | 32 | GK |
22 | Moisés Ramírez | Independiente del Valle | 21 | GK |
2 | Fernando León | Atlético San Luis | 28 | DF |
3 | Piero Hincapié | Bayer Leverkusen | 20 | DF |
4 | Robert Arboleda | São Paulo | 30 | DF |
6 | Byron Castillo | Barcelona | 23 | DF |
7 | Pervis Estupiñán | Villarreal | 24 | DF |
14 | Xavier Arreaga | Seattle Sounders | 27 | DF |
17 | Ángelo Preciado | Genk | 24 | DF |
18 | Diego Palacios | Los Angeles FC | 22 | DF |
5 | Michael Carcelén | Barcelona | 24 | MF |
8 | Carlos Gruezo | FC Augsburg | 26 | MF |
10 | Romario Ibarra | Pachuca | 27 | MF |
15 | Ángel Mena | León | 34 | MF |
16 | Jeremy Sarmiento | Brighton & Hove Albion | 19 | MF |
19 | Gonzalo Plata | Valladolid | 21 | MF |
20 | Jhegson Méndez | Orlando City | 24 | MF |
21 | Alan Franco | Charlotte FC | 23 | MF |
23 | Moisés Caicedo | Brighton & Hove Albion | 20 | MF |
9 | Jordy Caicedo | CSKA Sofia | 24 | FW |
11 | Michael Estrada | D.C. United | 25 | FW |
13 | Enner Valencia | Fenerbahçe | 32 | FW |
This is the possible lineup of Ecuador for the 2022 world cup organized by FIFA in Qatar. Key changes may take place in case of an injury or official announcement by head coach on the basis of performance.
Ecuador National Team Coach: Gustavo Alfaro
Gustavo Alfaro is the current head coach of national football team of Ecuador. He managed the team so well that they are now able to make their 4th presence in the mega event. Ecuador failed to qualify for 2018 world cup under the coaching of Hernán Darío Gómez. But now, they emerged as a new team are looking to make their way to the trophy.
Ecuador Possible Starting Lineup In 2022 World Cup

Enner Valencia will play as the anchor before the starting of defense line. Jordy Caicedo, Michael Estrada, and Enner Valencia will play as the forward while Ángel Mena, Jeremy Sarmiento, and Alan Franco will lead the mid field. Moreover Robert Arboleda, Byron Castillo, Diego Palacios are the possible defensive players of Ecuador.
Match Schedule Of Ecuador
Ecuador is present in Group A along with the host nation Qatar, Senegal, and Netherland. They will play their first match against Qatar on November 21 at Al Bayt Stadium. Three group matches will be played by Ecuador to move into the next round.
DATE | MATCH | VENUE |
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21 November | Qatar vs Ecuador | Al Bayt Stadium |
25 November | Netherlands vs Ecuador | Khalifa Int’l Stadium |
29 November | Ecuador vs Senegal | Khalifa Int’l Stadium |
That’s all about the details of Ecuador squad for FIFA world cup 2022. Further changes will be available once the official squads announced for the teams. Schedule and match fixtures already announced. Stay tuned for more information!