Ecuador's World Cup Journey: Stats, Records, and Key Performances

Ecuador have made four FIFA World Cup appearances, debuting in 2002 under the guidance of Hernán Darío Gómez. Their best performance came in 2006 when they reached the Round of 16, defeating Poland and Costa Rica in the group stage before falling to England on a David Beckham free-kick. Key players like Agustín Delgado (three goals in 2002), Antonio Valencia (ever-present midfielder), and Enner Valencia (top scorer in 2014 with three goals) have etched their names in Ecuadorian football history....