Ecuador
The Football Association today officially announced its participation in the
America's Cup
(used form a nominal expression)
long list
, Inkapiye, William Pacho, Caicedo, Pais and Enner Valencia are among the players leading the lineup. Here is the detailed list:
Hernan Galindez (Hurricane Athletic) Alexander Dominguez (Quito University Athletic League) Moises Ramirez (Valley Independence) Piero Incapié (Leverkusen) William Pacho (Frankfurt) Felix Torres (Corinthians Paulista) Joel Ordonez (Bruges) Andrés Mikoltá (Pachuca) Jackson Poroso (Cazenpasa) Rayan Rohr (Atlético Universitario Católico) José Hurtado (Red Bull Blaugantino) Angelo Preciado (Sparta Prague) Carlos Gruesso (San José Earthquakes) Moises Caicedo (Chelsea) Alan Franco (Atlético Mineiro) José Cifuentes (Cruzeiro) João Ortiz (Independiente de la Valle) Kendry Pace (Independiente de la Valle/Chelsea) ) Jeremie Salimiento (Ipswich) John Yeboah (Czestochowa) Angel Mena (León) Alan Minda (Bruges, Sequeira) Jenna Caruso (Barcelona SC) Enna Valencia (Brazil International) Kevin Rodrigues (São Gilos) Jordi Caicedo (Atlas de Guadalajara)
Incapié has been a consistent performer in the Bundesliga as the centerpiece of the backline. His defensive skills and ability to read the game will be an important safeguard for Ecuador's backline.
Pacho's stellar performances for Frankfurt have made him an important part of the team's backline, with his physicality and aerial ability providing more defensive options.
Caicedo has been impressive for Chelsea and his midfield control and defensive coverage area will play a key role in the team's defensive midfield.
Pace is a future hope for the Ecuadorian team, and his performances at Valley Independence have caught the attention of Chelsea, where his skill and creativity will provide more options for the team's offense.
As the centerpiece of the team's forward line, Valencia's experience and goal-scoring ability will be crucial to Ecuador's offensive end, and his leadership will also have a significant impact on the team.
The Ecuadorian team will play warm-up matches to improve the team's understanding and tactical execution before the Copa America. The team will fly to Kansas City, U.S.A., in June to play two warm-up matches against the U.S. National Olympic Team on June 7th and 11th. These two games are not only a test of the team's strength, but also an important opportunity to prepare for the upcoming Copa America.
