Ecuador sit third in Group E, a mid-table spot with one point from two matches.
Their offensive output remains nil, averaging 0.0 goals per game, and the 1-0 defeat to Ivory Coast has intensified scrutiny as they navigate the World Cup group stage, while the defense has been relatively tight, conceding only one goal.
A win in their final group fixture is now essential to keep any hopes of progressing to the knockout round alive, as the result will determine whether they stay in contention for the knockout phase or exit early.
Hernan Galindez
