Qatar vs Ecuador: Match score prediction, squads, H2H and kickoff time

 

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We will do some statistical analysis and past performance is taken into consideration in this analysis. There is no assurance that a player will perform in the same way they have in prior games.

The men's team will compete in its first World Cup in Qatar in 2022, which will also serve as the host nation.

Qatar vs. Ecuador: Which team scored more goals?

Qatar

In the previous five games, Qatar has not lost a single game. Qatar has managed to draw one and won four games. The combined final score of the last five games is 8-3. Qatar averaged 1.6 goals scored and 0.6 goals allowed per game.

In the past 5 games, Qatar has scored the majority of its goals in the first half. In the second half, Qatar gave up its average goal.

Qatar against South and Central American nations

In its last five games, Qatar has faced four South American and Central American nations. Qatar defeated Panama, Honduras, and Guatemala while drawing 2-2 with Chile.

Qatar dominated the majority of the games, scoring on average once in the opening period.

Ecuador

Ecuador struggled to score goals in their last 5 matches. The second half saw the sole goal scored. They scored an average of 0.20 goals per match. They won the match against Carbo Verde by 1-0.

They have not conceded any goal in the last 5 matches. Ecuador's defense was brilliant and will be most important against Qatar.

Ecuador against Middle-East Countries

Ecuador has played against Saudi Arabia and Iraq in the last 2 games but both matches ended in a 0-0 score. This match will be Qatar's Attack vs Ecuador's Defense like this.

In my opinion, Whichever team scored the first goal in this match will not lose a match. Only a draw can happen after that.

Qatar vs Ecuador: Which team's attack is best?

Qatar:

Qatar's attacking players have performed fabulously in the world cup qualifiers. They scored 18 goals in 8 matches so let's see. Will they perform the same in the first match?

If we talk about a leading goalscorer so his name is Almoez Ali. He scored 6 goals in the world cup qualifiers and also provided 2 assists so he is in great form. His shot accuracy was about 44 percent.

Akram Afif is the second-highest goalscorer who has scored 4 goals and 3 assists in the qualifiers. He plays as a left winger in his national team. His shot accuracy was also like Almoez Ali's.

Ecuador:

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Ecuador scored 27 goals in 18 matches in the world cup qualifiers. Ecuador scored an average of 1.50 goals per match.

Michael Estrada is in great form. He plays as a forward for the national team. He scored 6 goals and 2 assists in the 17 games of the world cup qualifiers.

7 goals were scored by Enner Valencia and Gonzalo Plato together. Enner Valencia averaged about 0.47 goals per game while scoring 4 goals in 12 games with a 38% shooting accuracy. Gonzalo Plato averaged 0.30 goals per game while scoring 3 goals in 16 games.

Qatar vs Ecuador: Which team's defense is best?

Qatar

Qatar only allowed one goal during World Cup qualifiers. With many defenders in Qatar having tackle success rates above 70%, Qatar's average performance metrics for tackle success and interceptions were better than average.

Qatar’s Key Defenders

The two key defenders for Qatar are Khouki and Hassan, who together average 7 clearances and 1.8 interceptions per game.

Ecuador

Ecuador played outstanding defense during World Cup Qualifiers. Ecuador kept six clean sheets and allowed only a little over one goal per game.

On defensive metrics, Ecuador's tackles have been more successful than average. Ecuador has one of the finest average defensive tackle success rates in the world at over 78%.

Ecuador’s Key defenders

During World Cup qualifying, Estupinan was Ecuador's most talented defender. Along with an 80% tackle success rate, Estupinan won 30 interceptions, averaging 1.3 interceptions per game.

Caicedo is another talented defender. Along with his 72 percent tackle success rate, he had 26 interceptions.

Qatar vs Ecuador: Head to Head

Since 1996, there have been three encounters between the two teams. Each side has one victory, while one game has ended in a draw.

Key Snippets

• Qatar scored an average of 2 goals against Ecuador in each game.
• Against Qatar, Ecuador has also averaged two goals per game.
• Four goals are scored on average per game by both teams.

Qatar vs Ecuador: Squads

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Ecuador’s World Cup Squad

Ecuador announced their 26-man squad and surprisingly controversial Byron Castillo is not the final squad. A lot of things happened after Ecuador qualified for the world cup. Chile claimed legal challenges.

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Goalkeepers: Alexander Dominguez, Hernan Galindez, Moises Ramirez

Defenders: Robert Arboleda, Xavier Arreaga, William Pacho, Pervis Estupinan, Piero Hincapie, Diego Palacios, Angelo Preciado, Felix Torres, Jackson Porozo

Midfielders: Moises Caicedo, Jose Cifuentes, Alan Franco, Carlos Gruezo, Gonzalo Plata, Jhegson Mendez, Jeremy Sarmiento, Angel Mena

Forwards: Kevin Rodriguez, Michael Estrada, Ayrton Preciado, Djorkaeff Reasco, Romario Ibarra, Enner Valencia

Qatar vs Ecuador Prediction: Final Analysis and Insights

The game can be unpredictable because both teams are playing excellent football. With 1.6 goals scored per game over the past five games, Qatar has been quite effective offensively and may be well-positioned to strike against Ecuador.

Estupinan has been the standout in Ecuador's strong defense. Ecuador has not given up a goal in its last few games, and that includes games against top opponents.

The prediction for this match is for Ecuador to win and for under 2.5 goals to be scored in this match.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Qatar vs Ecuador match kickoff time?
The match will kick off at 10:45 am ET/7:45 am PT/9:30 pm IST.

Will Ecuador be removed from the world cup?
No. Because the Court of Arbitration of Sport rejected appeals of Chile and Peru about Byron Castillo and now he is not in Ecuador's squad so the matter is over.

Who is the best Ecuadorian player in history?
Alberto Spencer was the greatest footballer on the South American continent. He played just 11 international games because Ecuador was so weak team at that time so they rarely qualified.
Spencer spent the majority of his career at Penarol club in Uruguay, scoring 326 goals in a 10-year career which makes him the greatest footballer.

What are the FIFA rankings of Ecuador?
Ecuador is 46th in the FIFA rankings.

Who will probably score for Qatar?
For Qatar, Almoez Ali has the highest chance of scoring.

Who will score for Ecuador most likely?
For Ecuador, Enner Valencia has the best chance of scoring.

Who has a better chance of winning the game?
Ecuador: 1; Qatar: 0