Overview
- The Federación Ecuatoriana de Fútbol published a social-media statement saying Beccacece and his technical staff have left their posts after Ecuador’s round-of-16 loss to Mexico.
- Ecuador were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a 2-0 defeat to Mexico following a group stage that included a 2-1 win over Germany, a 1-0 loss to Ivory Coast and a 0-0 draw with Curaçao.
- Beccacece took charge on August 1, 2024, led the team through the final qualifying matches and the World Cup, and is credited in the coverage with an official record of 16 matches managed with six wins, seven draws and three losses.
- The FEF thanked Beccacece for completing a solid qualifying cycle and said the federation will begin a search to name a replacement before the next international window so friendlies can be scheduled under new leadership.
- The coaching change will shape Ecuador’s preparation and selection ahead of upcoming friendlies and tournaments, creating a short timeline for the federation to pick a coach who can steady the squad and finalize plans for September and October.