Sunderland's Nilson Angulo selected for Ecuador's World Cup squad

Sunderland forward Nilson Angulo has been named in Ecuador's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be held in the US, Canada, and Mexico. At 22 years old, Angulo will make his World Cup debut after previously earning 12 caps for his national team. He joins experienced players including Chelsea's Moises Caicedo and national team captain Enner Valencia, who is set to compete in his third World Cup. Ecuador is placed in Group E and will kick off their tournament against Ivory Coast on June 15, followed by matches against Curacao and Germany.

• 7:23 AMYahoo Sports — Sunderland's Angulo in Ecuador's World Cup squad
• 7:23 AMBBC Sport — Caicedo, Pacho and Angulo in Ecuador's World Cup squad