Ecuador coach Sebastián Beccacece steps down after World Cup exit
Ecuador reached the knockout round for only the second time in tournament history before elimination, with Beccacece's contract concluding at World Cup's end.
- On Wednesday, Ecuador head coach Sebastian Beccacece confirmed he will not continue following the team's 2-0 World Cup elimination defeat by host Mexico on Tuesday.
- Before the loss, Ecuador reached the knockout stages for the first time in 20 years after beating Germany, with Beccacece leading the squad since August 2024.
- Beccacece acknowledged his team were frustrated by an energised Mexican side, who dominated the opening 45 minutes, with first-half goals ending Ecuador's tournament run.
- "The legacy is from the players, because they have been the youngest team of Ecuador," Beccacece said, expressing gratitude for the squad's commitment during the two-and-a-half-year journey.
- Following the tournament exit at Azteca Stadium, Beccacece said the technical staff must find a different path after building "a beautiful legacy and undertaking a journey with dignity.
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Yakima Herald-Republic
Independent EspañolMEXICO CITY (AP) — Ecuador left the World Cup after suffering an unappealable defeat against Mexico that left its pride hurt and a balance of games of great names that say goodbye to international football with a bitter taste.
After the World Cup against Mexico, Sebastián Beccace confirms his resignation and thanks emotionally to his family.
Ecuador national football team head coach Sebastian Beccacece has announced his resignation after the team's elimination from the World Cup. The Argentina coach's contract expired with the final tournament, and he said his goal of leading Ecuador to its most successful World Cup ever was not achieved.
Ecuador national team coach Sebastian Beccacece admitted after the 0-2 defeat to Mexico in the round of 16 of the World Cup that he had not achieved his goals and said goodbye to his duties as head coach.
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