Juan Riquelme Angulo scores first senior goal for Ecuador against Panama
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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Sunderland forward Juan Riquelme Angulo scored his first senior goal for Ecuador in a friendly against Panama. Angulo equalized with a right-footed shot in the second half after Panama's Josue Vergara opened the scoring. The match ultimately went to penalties, where Panama prevailed 7-6. This match marked Angulo's third appearance for the senior national team, having previously played in the CONMEBOL Under-17s tournament. His recent performance is seen as a positive step in his career, especially as he seeks first-team opportunities at Sunderland following his transfer last month.
- •Angulo nets first senior goal for Ecuador against Panama.
- •Match ended 7-6 on penalties in favor of Panama.
- •Angulo's goal came after Josue Vergara's first-half opener.
- •Ecuador national team match was a friendly.
- •Angulo has three senior caps for Ecuador.
- 9:15 AMYahoo Sports — Sunderland Youngster Enjoys Major Career Milestone On International Duty
"Sunderland striker Juan Riquelme Angulo scored his first senior Ecuador goal against Panama.
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