Mar 17 β€’ 21:49 UTC πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ Ecuador El Universo (ES)

Francisco Egas anticipates a broad list for the FIFA date in March and sets May as key for the World Cup 2026 call-up

Francisco Egas announces the imminent release of Ecuador's squad for the March FIFA friendlies, with a final team for the 2026 World Cup expected to be announced in May.

Francisco Egas, president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, has revealed that the national team roster for the March FIFA match dates will be announced this week. He emphasized that this list will be broader than usual, allowing coach SebastiΓ‘n Beccacece to evaluate a wider pool of players. This step is crucial for the team's preparation ahead of the upcoming international fixtures and the long-term goal of the 2026 World Cup.

During a press conference at the FEF elections Congress, Egas highlighted the importance of the March friendlies, indicating that the current coaching staff is keen to explore various player options before finalizing the squad. The definitive roster for the World Cup will be determined in May, after additional evaluations of players' performances.

Egas also addressed the responsibility he feels following his re-election as president of the FEF for the term 2027-2031, calling for unity within the football community. His leadership will be instrumental in not only shaping the immediate future of Ecuadorian football but also in making strategic decisions that will impact the national team's chances in the upcoming World Cup.

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