Ecuador, how did you qualify again?

ThisDrinkingLife and The World Cup: Ecuador

Small little Ecuador, how did you qualify again? Was it Quito and the altitude? Do not know a whole lot about your squad, but you did impress in your last world cup appearance in 2006, shocking everyone to qualify for the second round.

Squad looks a little weak, with only a handful of players plying their trade in Europe. One name that does shine out though is Manchester United’s Antonio Valencia, the captain of the team. Fast and an inspiring captain for his country, Valencia must be looking forward to this world cup. At 28 he is at the peak of his footballing career, and with Ecuador in a very manageable group, he could help Ecuador get into the second round once again.

Against Switzerland, Ecuador will have to try and beat a team that doesn’t let in many goals. How will they be able to break down this rigid well set up team. Do they have the skills in midfield to open up the Swiss defence? I cant see that unfortunately. They might have a better chance against Honduras, which is a game they have to win, since they will be playing France in the last game with all to play for, if as imagined Switzerland are already in the driving seat by then.

Can they beat the French? Ecuador will certainly give them a good game. They wont be a pushover for the French. It really all depends on what French team turns up. Get at the French from the start and Ecuador could snatch a victory. It will be one of the games of the first round, but I will go with France at this moment in time.