Coach : Luis Suarez
A Colombian who took over from compatriot Hernan Dario Gomez in 2004 following a disastrous Copa America campaign. Is a national hero in Ecudaor following second successive World Cup qualification - beating Brazil in Quito en route.
Key Players
Franklin Agustin Salas and Agustin Delgado are the men on whose shoulders Ecuador's main attacking hopes rest. Aston Villa's Ulises De La Cruz is one the country's most-capped players and he can be a real influence at wing-back.
Form Guide
Did very well at home in qualifying, where the altitude worked in their favour, and even inflicted a defeat on Brazil. By contrast they were pretty hopeless in away games.
Form Versus Countries In Group
Have not met any before in the World Cup.
Style Of Play
Very South American in style, keeping the ball on the floor and plenty of movement. Fit but physically unimposing.
Group Verdict
Should fight it out with Costa Rica to avoid the wooden spoon. |
