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Copa America: Ecuador Sacks Coach Felix Sanchez After Exit To Argentina
Ecuador’s football federation (FEF) has decided to part ways with head coach, Felix Sanchez following their Copa America quarter-final loss to Argentina.
Ecuador made it to the quarter-finals for the third time in the last four editions but was eliminated by the defending champions in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw.
The Spaniard, who guided Qatar to their first Asian Cup title in 2019, had signed a four-year contract in March last year.
“We thank Felix and his coaching staff for their work and professionalism, and wish him success in his future endeavors,” the FEF said.
After the game, the coach mentioned that despite their elimination from the Copa America, he is anticipating the World Cup qualifiers in September where Ecuador currently holds the fifth position in the standings. He also stated that he preferred not to discuss future at the moment.
“We managed to advance from the group stage to the knockouts. I have congratulated the players even if we weren’t able to progress,” he told reporters.
“I think they deserve the credit, that is my opinion, but I think that in the next edition of this tournament, we’ll get here with a more experienced team.
“These are very young players. Maybe the results were unfair, but I know that we have to believe in this group of players.”
