Ecuador Coach Sebastian Beccacece Dismissed After World Cup Exit

Sebastian Beccacece has become the fifth coach to lose his job following his team's elimination from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Ecuador was unable to progress to the Round of 16, suffering a 2-0 defeat against Mexico on Wednesday.

The Ecuadorian Football Federation officially announced the end of Beccacece's contract, expressing gratitude for his commitment and professionalism during the team's participation in the World Cup. Beccacece joins a list of coaches who have lost their positions after World Cup exits, including Ronald Koeman of the Netherlands, Miroslav Koubek of Czechia, Steve Clark of Scotland, and Hong Myung-bo of South Korea.