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Marcelo Gallardo named new head coach of Ecuador's national team

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:26 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Marcelo Gallardo named new head coach of Ecuador's national team
Summary

Ecuador's national team appointed Marcelo Gallardo as head coach ahead of the 2030 World Cup cycle. Gallardo takes over after the dismissal of Sebastián Beccacece, following Ecuador's elimination in the second round of the 2026 World Cup. He previously managed River Plate and spent time in Saudi Arabia. Gallardo's contract lasts until the end of the South American qualifiers, with a potential renewal if Ecuador qualifies for the World Cup. His first match in charge will be against South Korea on September 24 during the team's Asia tour.

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  • •Marcelo Gallardo appointed Ecuador head coach for 2030 cycle
  • •Replaces Sebastián Beccacece after World Cup elimination
  • •Contract runs through South American qualifiers
  • •First match is against South Korea on September 24
  • •Previously managed River Plate and Al-Ittihad
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  • 1:26 AMYahoo Sports — Marcelo Gallardo appointed as new Ecuador head coach
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Argentine manager Marcelo Gallardo has been appointed as the new head coach of Ecuador for the 2030 World Cup qualifying campaign, the nation's football federation announced Sunday.Ecuador have become a major force in South American football in recent years, finishing second in qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, after Argentina.

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Ecuador’s national team announced Marcelo Gallardo as its new head coach for the 2030 World Cup cycle.The River Plate idol will take charge of "La Tri" following the dismissal of fellow Argentine Se...

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