Sebastián Beccacece is out as Ecuador’s national team head coach. The Argentine tactician resigned following the team’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the hands of Mexico in the round of 32, honoring a pledge he made before the tournament even kicked off.
A short but eventful tenure
Beccacece took the reins on August 1, 2024, replacing Félix Sánchez at the helm of La Tri. His appointment came with the singular mission of guiding Ecuador through World Cup qualification and into the tournament proper.
Ecuador’s group stage campaign finished with a record of one win, one draw, and one loss, enough to squeeze through to the round of 32.
The highlight was an unexpected victory over Germany, a result that sent shockwaves through the tournament. Beccacece’s emotional celebrations on the sideline during that match became an instant talking point.
