Piero Hincapie left out of Ecuador squad due to fitness issue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 9:35 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie has been omitted from Ecuador's squad for the upcoming international break, which includes friendlies against South Korea and Japan. Concerns over Hincapie's fitness have led to his absence, as he is not considered to be at full strength. Ecuador's coach Marcelo Gallardo had indicated that several players would miss out due to injuries. Arsenal hopes the international break will allow Hincapie, along with other players, to recover fully before their next match on October 10.
- •Hincapie is left out of Ecuador's squad due to fitness concerns.
- •Ecuador will play friendlies against South Korea and Japan.
- •Mikel Arteta expressed initial positivity regarding Hincapie's condition.
- •Arsenal's next match is on October 10, with hopes for Hincapie's recovery.
- •Other injured players include Ben White and Jurrien Timber.
- 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal 24yo international left out over fitness concern
"Ecuador have confirmed their list of call-ups for the September-October international break, with Arsenal injury doubt Piero Hincapie left out.Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty ImagesThe Ecuador nation...
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