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.
Luis Chango, the lifelong president of Mushuc Runa, has expressed strong criticism of Francisco Egas, the current president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF), as Egas prepares for a potential re-election in March. During an interview, Chango made it clear that Mushuc Runa will not support Egas unless other candidates emerge, indicating that their stance is to seek alternative leadership for the federation. Chango's comments underline dissatisfaction with Egas's tenure, particularly emphasizing a lack of support beyond the national team's performance.
Chango's evaluation of Egas's management was particularly harsh, scoring it a mere 10 out of 100. He attributed the national team's qualification for the World Cup largely to the talent of the players rather than to effective leadership or support from Egas. This public condemnation not only reflects Chango's personal views but also captures a broader sentiment among some factions of Ecuadorian football management that seek significant change within the FEF.
Additionally, Chango referenced Esteban Paz, the current president of Liga Deportiva Universitaria, as a possible candidate for the position. The potential candidacy of figures like Paz could shift dynamics within the federation and create a more competitive electoral landscape. With the elections approaching, these discussions will likely influence the future direction of Ecuadorian football and the governance structures that support it.