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🇪🇨 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

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

What will happen to Sebastián Beccacece, Ecuador's DT, after the World Cup: 'He will be judged by his results'

Ecuador's national football team, led by coach Sebastián Beccacece, is gearing up for its fifth World Cup appearance amid expectations to at least match its historic performance from 2006.

Feb 25 • 17:20 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

'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

'They have kidnapped the Ecuadorian Football Federation, but we will not give in,' says Esteban Paz questioning the electoral process

Esteban Paz's candidacy for the presidency of the Ecuadorian Football Federation was rejected by the Electoral Commission, prompting him to announce his intentions to appeal.

Feb 23 • 19:40 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)
National & Local

Challenge to the electoral process of the Ecuadorian Football Federation and the candidacy of Francisco Egas

A legal challenge has been filed against the electoral process and the candidacy of Francisco Egas for the Ecuadorian Football Federation.

Feb 23 • 16:32 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

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
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Conmebol ‘opines’ that Francisco Egas can indeed run for another term in FEF

Conmebol has declared that Francisco Egas is eligible to run for a third term as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, clarifying that no rules prohibit him from doing so.

Feb 19 • 21:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

‘We are facing an illegitimate candidacy that violates the law and the statutes,’ says Esteban Paz about Francisco Egas's reelection bid in the FEF

Esteban Paz, a candidate for the presidency of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF), criticized alleged irregularities in the electoral process, deeming Francisco Egas's bid for a third term as invalid and against the law.

Feb 19 • 14:31 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas registered his candidacy for re-election in the FEF and reaffirmed his legal position

Francisco Egas, president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, has officially registered his candidacy for re-election, citing strong support from the electoral registry and the need for continued progress in Ecuadorian football.

Feb 19 • 03:48 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas and the statutory reform that would open the door to his new reelection in the FEF

Francisco Egas may seek reelection as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) due to a recently approved statutory reform clarifying the presidency term limits.

Feb 18 • 19:35 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Daniel Crespo, sports law specialist: 'Francisco Egas cannot be re-elected because the FEF statute says so'

Sports law expert Daniel Crespo claims that Francisco Egas is ineligible for re-election as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation due to national sports law and FEF statutes.

Feb 17 • 16:39 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Luis Chango, lifelong president of Mushuc Runa, rejects backing Francisco Egas in potential re-election for the Ecuadorian Football Federation: 'He did nothing'

Luis Chango criticizes Francisco Egas's leadership of the Ecuadorian Football Federation and states he will not support his re-election without other candidates.

Feb 11 • 22:16 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

‘I am not the one who should be nervous, Mr. Francisco Egas. The one who needs to do things well is you’: Roberto Ibáñez, Deputy Minister of Sports, on FEF elections

Roberto Ibáñez, Ecuador's Deputy Minister of Sports, emphasizes the responsibility of Francisco Egas regarding the upcoming elections for the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF).

Feb 11 • 18:29 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

New Sports Law Prevents Francisco Egas from Reelection as President of the FEF, Executive Seeks Protection from FIFA

Ecuador's new Sports Law, effective February 11, 2026, prohibits Francisco Egas from seeking a third term as president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF).

Feb 11 • 16:57 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

'Don't get nervous,' message from Francisco Egas, president of Ecuafútbol, to the deputy minister of Sports regarding the elections in the FEF

Francisco Egas, president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, addressed controversial upcoming elections amid concerns about his potential re-election and legal restrictions.

Feb 4 • 14:38 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

Ecuador will play two friendlies in Europe during the March FIFA date: these are their rivals

Ecuador's national football team will play two friendlies in Europe, facing Morocco on March 27 and the Netherlands on March 31, confirmed by the president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, Francisco Egas.

Feb 3 • 21:00 UTC

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