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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
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'Public officials are not here to interpret the law, we are here to enforce it,' says Deputy Minister of Sports about Francisco Egas's registration as president of the FEF

Roberto Ibáñez, Ecuador's Deputy Minister of Sports, addressed the electoral situation of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, where Francisco Egas was re-elected despite legal limitations on consecutive terms.

Mar 22 • 13:33 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Gianni Infantino congratulates Francisco Egas on his re-election as head of the FEF

FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulated Francisco Egas on his re-election as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation for the 2027-2031 term.

Mar 20 • 16:44 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas after being re-elected as president of the FEF: "We will continue fulfilling the strategic plan 2030"

Francisco Egas has been re-elected for another four-year term as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, emphasizing his commitment to continue implementing the strategic plan aimed at developing football in the country.

Mar 19 • 18:04 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Roberto Ibáñez, Deputy Minister of Sports, on the recognition of the new FEF board: 'We will review document by document and then we will make our statement'

Roberto Ibáñez, Deputy Minister of Sports in Ecuador, indicated that the Ministry will thoroughly review the documentation of the newly elected board of the Federación Ecuatoriana de Fútbol before granting official recognition.

Mar 19 • 16:39 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Esteban Paz after Francisco Egas's reelection in the FEF: 'Everything is prepared for the TAS, we will go to the last instances'

Esteban Paz criticized the electoral process following Francisco Egas's reelection as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, claiming that he will pursue legal action due to alleged irregularities.

Mar 18 • 17:50 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

José David Jiménez, president of Emelec, and his support for Francisco Egas in FEF elections: 'He has been a very strong ally of the club'

José David Jiménez, president of Emelec, supported Francisco Egas's re-election as head of the Ecuadorian Football Federation despite legal challenges regarding consecutive terms.

Mar 18 • 14:02 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas re-elected president of the FEF: These are the 3 sports impacts

Francisco Egas has been re-elected as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) for the 2027-2031 term, gaining over 92% of the votes.

Mar 17 • 23:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas trusts in the legality of his re-election and awaits ministry review: 'We have followed the proper processes'

Francisco Egas, recently re-elected president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, expresses confidence in the legality of his candidacy and is set to submit documentation for governmental review.

Mar 17 • 21:45 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas calls for unity after his reelection in the FEF and takes on 'a huge responsibility'

Francisco Egas, reelected as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, expresses gratitude and a call for unity in preparing for an important year with the upcoming World Cup.

Mar 17 • 20:27 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

[Live] Congress of elections of the Ecuadorian Football Federation 2026

Elections for the president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) for 2027-2031 will take place on March 17, 2026, with current president Francisco Egas as the only candidate amidst legal and political scrutiny.

Mar 17 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The FEF elects president this Tuesday: Francisco Egas arrives as the sole candidate in a legally scrutinized process

Ecuador's Federation of Football (FEF) will hold elections on March 17, 2023, with Francisco Egas as the sole candidate amid legal and political challenges.

Mar 16 • 19:49 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

There will be elections in the FEF: these are the three sports impacts of the day

The suspension of the Ecuadorian Football Federation elections was lifted, clearing the way for Francisco Egas to seek a third consecutive term.

Mar 13 • 23:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas mentions that the relationship between the Ecuadorian Football Federation and Liga Pro should not be taken personally

Francisco Egas, president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, addresses the tensions between the Federation and Liga Pro, advocating for improvements in Ecuadorian football alongside his reiteration of institutional issues.

Mar 13 • 22:20 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas confirms that the elections of the Ecuadorian Football Federation will take place on Tuesday, March 17

Francisco Egas, president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF), confirmed that the elections are set for March 17, despite previous legal challenges regarding the transparency of the process.

Mar 13 • 19:40 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Esteban Paz questions the FEF ahead of the hearing against Francisco Egas: 'If they have the majority, why so much fear?'

Esteban Paz has raised concerns about the Ecuadorian Football Federation's lack of transparency ahead of a hearing regarding Francisco Egas.

Mar 13 • 15:25 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Prosecutor's Office opens investigation for alleged document forgery in the electoral process of the FEF

The Guayas Provincial Prosecutor's Office is investigating alleged document forgery related to the electoral process of the Ecuadorian Football Federation.

Mar 11 • 20:35 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Lawyers from Universidad Católica Chosen by FEF for the Defense in the Case of Election Suspension in the Organization

Lawyers from Universidad Católica in Quito are set to defend the Federación Ecuatoriana de Fútbol (FEF) in a legal challenge that has temporarily suspended elections within the organization.

Mar 9 • 21:20 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Esteban Paz accuses the ruling party of 'using trolls to instill fear' during the FEF electoral process

Ecuadorian football candidate Esteban Paz claims that his opponent's camp is using fear tactics to undermine confidence in Ecuador's participation in the World Cup.

Mar 9 • 18:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The elections in the FEF are temporarily suspended: these are the 3 sporting impacts

A judge in Pichincha has temporarily suspended the elections in the Ecuadorian Football Federation, citing a violation of candidate Esteban Paz's rights.

Mar 5 • 23:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Television rights for the Ecuador national team will have a new model aimed at being more widespread

The president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation has announced plans for a new, broader model for the television broadcasting rights of the national team's games.

Mar 5 • 18:56 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'Justice Begins to Shine,' says Esteban Paz after provisional suspension of FEF elections

Esteban Paz reacts positively to the provisional suspension of the elections for the Ecuadorian Football Federation due to a habeas data action he initiated.

Mar 5 • 17:34 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Pichincha Judge Suspends Elections in FEF Until Resolving Habeas Data Action Filed by Esteban Paz

A Pichincha judge has provisionally suspended the elections for the Ecuadorian Football Federation until a legal action by Esteban Paz is resolved.

Mar 5 • 16:40 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas confirms that the Ecuador Cup 2026 will start at the end of March

The Ecuador Cup will resume in 2026, with its start scheduled for the end of March as confirmed by Francisco Egas, president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF).

Mar 4 • 20:36 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'If it's true, it's nonsense,' says Francisco Egas about allegations of document forgery in the FEF electoral process

Francisco Egas, president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF), reacted to allegations of document forgery related to the upcoming electoral process for the FEF.

Mar 4 • 17:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Complaint Filed with the Prosecutor's Office Over Alleged Document Forgery in FEF Electoral Process

A complaint has been filed with Ecuador's Prosecutor's Office regarding alleged document forgery linked to the upcoming elections of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF).

Mar 4 • 15:48 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'We will review sheet by sheet': the potential re-election of Francisco Egas in the FEF will be subject to legal review by the Ministry of Sports

The possibility of Francisco Egas's re-election as head of the Ecuadorian Football Federation is under legal scrutiny by the Ministry of Sports due to concerns over compliance with re-election laws.

Mar 3 • 21:03 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Attorney General's Office commented on the electoral process in the FEF: these are the 3 sports impacts

The Attorney General's Office of Ecuador clarifies the implications of the new sports law on leadership tenures within sports organizations, particularly concerning the re-election of Francisco Egas in the FEF.

Mar 2 • 23:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

‘There’s no turning back. Everything confirms the illegality committed,’ says Esteban Paz after the Attorney General's statement on FEF elections

Esteban Paz, a candidate for the presidency of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, stated that the Attorney General's announcement affirms the illegality of the electoral process amidst controversy over candidacy eligibility.

Mar 2 • 19:37 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Statement from the Attorney General clarifies that there cannot be a third consecutive term in sports organizations

The Ecuadorian Attorney General's Office has clarified that the new Sports Law does not allow for a third consecutive term for officials in sports organizations, particularly impacting the elections in the Ecuadorian Football Federation.

Mar 2 • 18:37 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Possible reduction of clubs in Serie A will be decided in extraordinary FEF congress at the end of April

The potential reduction of teams in Ecuador's Serie A will be discussed in an extraordinary congress of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) at the end of April, following inconclusive resolutions in the ordinary congress.

Feb 26 • 23:56 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Barcelona SC secures international presence in 2026: these are the three sports impacts of the day

Barcelona SC has advanced to the third phase of the Copa Libertadores and has significant financial implications, while the women's U-20 team has a chance at historic success and the FEF took important decisions at its congress.

Feb 26 • 23:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Emelec sees 'attractive' the reduction of teams in Serie A and would support the change in Congress

Emelec's president expressed interest in reducing the number of teams in Ecuador's Serie A, supporting discussions for a more compact league structure.

Feb 26 • 22:11 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

FEF presented its balance for 2025: 29 points in South American qualifiers, $22.1 million paid in debts, and 76% investment in development

Ecuador's Football Federation (FEF) announced significant achievements for 2025, including a successful qualification for the 2026 World Cup and financial improvements.

Feb 26 • 20:55 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Darwin Palacios, Vice President of Orense: 'We haven't been able to talk with Francisco Egas for a year'

Darwin Palacios from Orense Sporting Club voiced concerns about communication issues with Ecuadorian Football Federation President Francisco Egas during a recent congress.

Feb 26 • 20:49 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

FEF Congress 2026 approves financial report for 2025 and projects expenses of $37.9 million for 2026

The Ecuadorian Football Federation approved its financial report for 2025 and projected expenses for 2026 during their Congress in Guayaquil.

Feb 26 • 20:46 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

FEF will assume developmental expenses from 2026: 'We will cover accommodation, transportation, and food,' says Francisco Egas

The Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) announced it will take over the financial burden of transportation, accommodation, and food for youth teams starting in 2026 to help alleviate costs for clubs.

Feb 26 • 18:49 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Alejandro Domínguez sends message to the 2026 Ordinary Congress of the FEF and highlights the growth of Ecuadorian football

Alejandro Domínguez, the president of Conmebol, praised the achievements of Ecuadorian football during the FEF's 2026 Congress and projected a positive future for the sport in the nation.

Feb 26 • 16:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

This is the new skin of the Ecuadorian football team for the 2026 World Cup

The Ecuadorian Football Federation unveiled the official uniforms for the national team at an event in Samborondón for the 2026 World Cup.

Feb 26 • 00:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Santiago Morales, manager of Independiente del Valle: 'We believe it is appropriate to give continuity to Francisco Egas in the FEF'

Santiago Morales, the general manager of Independiente del Valle, expressed support for Francisco Egas's candidacy for the presidency of the Ecuadorian Football Federation amidst electoral tensions.

Feb 25 • 22:29 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Moacyr Pinto fights for his life: urgent help from Barcelona SC, FEF, and AFE is needed

Moacyr Pinto, a Brazilian footballer who played in Ecuador since 1964, is in a critical health condition and urgently needs support from local football organizations and clubs.

Feb 25 • 12:50 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The FEF needs continuity

Francisco Egas is seeking re-election as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation during a pivotal time for national football.

Feb 25 • 12:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Broken relationship between the FEF and Liga Pro: these are the three sports impacts of the day

The FEF and Liga Pro are experiencing escalating tensions amid upcoming elections and unresolved financial issues.

Feb 24 • 23:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'There are personal differences with Miguel Ángel Loor,' says Francisco Egas, president of the FEF

Francisco Egas, president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF), expressed that his relationship with Liga Pro president Miguel Ángel Loor is irreparably broken, mentioning ongoing personal differences.

Feb 24 • 16:10 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

FEF Electoral Commission did not approve Esteban Paz's list: ‘They want to blow the whistle on the end of the first half before the match starts’

The Ecuadorian Football Federation's Electoral Commission disqualified Esteban Paz's candidacy for presidency due to insufficient supporting signatures, while incumbent President Francisco Egas secured a significant majority.

Feb 23 • 18:27 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

'FEF did not manage the request for the CTI with the necessary urgency,' laments Leones FC for not having their full squad to debut in the Serie A

Leones FC expressed its concerns regarding the slow processing of international transfer certificates by the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF), which affected their ability to field a complete squad for their Serie A debut against Macará.

Feb 22 • 18:25 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Leones FC responds to the Ecuadorian Football Federation with documents and assures that it has already paid its debts

Leones FC claims to have settled its financial obligations to the Ecuadorian Football Federation, countering a statement that barred them from registering new players.

Feb 21 • 01:10 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Challenge Against the List of Francisco Egas, Candidate for the Presidency of the FEF

A formal challenge has been submitted against Francisco Egas Larreategui's candidacy for the presidency of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, citing discrepancies in his nomination documents.

Feb 20 • 19:15 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

Barcelona SC on the Ropes in the Copa Libertadores: These are the 3 Sports Impacts

Barcelona SC faces a difficult challenge in the Copa Libertadores after losing 0-1 to Argentinos Juniors, needing a win to advance in the tournament.

Feb 19 • 23:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Leones FC qualifies the FEF's actions as 'incredible' for not processing the registration of several of its players for the Ecuabet League

Leones FC criticized the Ecuadorian Football Federation for failing to register many of its foreign players ahead of their debut in the Ecuabet League 2026.

Feb 19 • 22:43 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The FEF heading to elections: Esteban Paz and Francisco Egas, the trajectory of both leaders amid the debate on law and statutes

The Ecuadorian Football Federation elections will occur on March 17, with Esteban Paz and Francisco Egas as the main candidates, prompting discussions about legal frameworks surrounding the elections.

Feb 19 • 21:55 UTC

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