We’re afraid of no one": Ecuador’s warning to the Atlas Lions

– bySylvanus · 2 min read
We're afraid of no one": Ecuador's warning to the Atlas Lions

Ecuador is preparing in Spain before its friendly match on Friday against Morocco. Confident, midfielder Moisés Caicedo assures that his selection is afraid of no one as they approach the 2026 World Cup.

Currently in training camp in the Spanish capital, the South American selection is fine-tuning its mechanisms on the Butarque pitch, the home of Leganés. Argentine coach Sebastián Baccacece has called up a group of 34 players to play two warm-up matches, including the clash against Morocco this Friday at the Metropolitano stadium, followed by a duel against the Netherlands on Monday in Eindhoven.

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The indispensable Chelsea starter approaches this international window with determination. Entirely focused on the national team to "give the best", Moisés Caicedo wants to take advantage of these confrontations to "do things well" and progress. The Ecuadorian also believes that the test against the Dutch will allow them to "know" their real level, while hammering that his team "is afraid of no" nation.

While optimism reigns regarding the next World Cup, a question remains about his presence in the opening match. Expelled for a double caution against Argentina during the qualifiers, the player remains hopeful. "I believe so, but I don’t know for sure yet, I believe there is a good chance that I can play," he said.

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Pending these sporting deadlines, the Ecuadorian delegation is savoring its stay in Madrid. The midfielder said he was "very happy" with the warm welcome from the public, noting the "quantity" of supporters who came to massively support them during these training days.