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Marcelo Gallardo begins tenure as Ecuador national team coach
Marcelo Gallardo has officially begun his tenure as the head coach of the Ecuador national football team. Following his arrival in Quito and formal presentation by the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF), Gallardo has met with President Daniel Noboa to discuss the national team's long-term goals, including the 2028 Copa América and the 2030 World Cup.
The first official squad announcement is expected on September 20, 2026. This roster will lead the team on an upcoming tour of Asia, featuring matches against South Korea on September 24 in Suwon and Japan on October 1 as part of the Kirin Cup.
Among the notable players discussed for the upcoming tour is goalkeeper Hernán Galíndez, who confirmed his availability to return to the national team after previously considering retirement. Other players expected to be involved include Jordy Caicedo, Ángelo Preciado, Alan Franco, and Alan Minda.
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Atlético Mineiro · Claudio Tapia · Daniel Noboa · Ecuador national football team · Ecuador national team · Federación Ecuatoriana de Fútbol · Francisco Egas · Hernán Galíndez · Marcelo Gallardo
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Marcelo Gallardo has officially begun his tenure as the head coach of the Ecuador national football team. diariolosandes.com.ec
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ecuador will play its first match under Gallardo on September 24 against South Korea in Suwon.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The team will participate in the Kirin Cup in Japan, including a match against Japan on October 1 in Yokohama.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Kirin Cup tournament will also feature Panama and New Zealand.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Atlético Mineiro players Ángelo Preciado, Alan Franco, and Alan Minda have been called up to the Ecuador national team.