Ecuador is about to announce Marcelo Gallardo as the new national team coach. The historic Argentine coach, who led River Plate to victory in the 2018 Copa Libertadores, will replace Felipeca in charge of the Ecuadorian national team.
Gallardo, 48 years old, will have his first experience at national team level, after a successful career in club football. The coach built his reputation at River Plate, where he stayed for eight years and won multiple titles.
Gallardo's appointment represents a significant change for the Ecuadorian national team, which is seeking to regain competitiveness after a period of inconsistent results. The Argentine arrives with the expectation of implementing his characteristic style of play, based on tactical organization and intensity.
The official announcement is expected to happen in the coming hours, with Gallardo immediately beginning preparation work for the Ecuadorian national team's upcoming World Cup qualification fixtures.
