In a recent address at the Ordinary Congress of the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) held on February 26, 2026, Darwin Palacios, Vice President and founder of Orense Sporting Club, highlighted the need for better communication between the federation and the clubs. He began his speech by congratulating the women's national team's qualification achievements while expressing pride in their development, particularly acknowledging Independiente del Valle for producing talented players. However, he swiftly turned to the subject of administrative management, indicating a lack of dialogue over the past year with FEF President Francisco Egas.

Palacios emphasized that while he was proud of the footballing accomplishments, he raised concerns about structural issues that still need to be addressed within the federation. He made it clear that it was not his intent to create controversy but rather to prompt a necessary discussion about the operational challenges facing clubs in Ecuador. His statements aim to highlight how crucial effective communication and collaboration are for the growth and success of football in the region.

The remarks made by Palacios reflect a common frustration in sports administration, where the need for transparent communication often clashes with the priorities of governing bodies. With an evolving landscape in Ecuadorian football, where success is increasingly linked to the quality of player development and support from federations, Palacios’s suggestions could be considered a wake-up call for a more participative approach in decision-making processes within the sport.