Ecuador Without Its Commander: The Night La Tri Tested Its New Identity
The Ecuadorian national team enters a match against New Zealand under unusual circumstances—without Enner Valencia, the long-time captain, all-time top scorer, and emotional anchor of the squad. This friendly, initially considered routine, has transformed into a critical proving ground for a team seeking to evolve beyond a single figure. Throughout the week, coaching sessions have […]
Ecuador to Face New Zealand Without Enner Valencia as Striker Returns to Pachuca
Ecuador will meet New Zealand in a key friendly without captain and all-time top scorer Enner Valencia, who returned to Mexico to rejoin Pachuca ahead of the Apertura 2025 Play-In against Pumas, scheduled only 48 hours after La Tri’s match in New Jersey. The Ecuadorian FA authorized Valencia’s departure, prioritizing his preparation for the decisive […]
Ecuador sin su capitán: la noche en que La Tri buscó un nuevo líder
La Selección Nacional de Ecuador enfrenta un partido amistoso que tiene un peso simbólico más allá de su etiqueta. Esta vez, el desafío no es solo táctico sino también emocional: Ecuador jugará sin Enner Valencia, su capitán histórico, máximo goleador de todos los tiempos y ancla emocional del ataque. Frente a Nueva Zelanda, la atmósfera […]
Bus top-ups in Cuenca now require ID registration starting November 20
Beginning November 20, 2025, urban bus users in Cuenca must register their national ID numbers before topping up their Movilízate cards, according to the Cuenca Transport Chamber. The measure is intended to enhance traceability and security within the public transportation system while unlocking benefits such as balance recovery in case the card is lost, access […]
Quito: 17,600 cocaine doses disguised as “cocoa powder” bound for Havana intercepted
Authorities in Quito intercepted five consignments labeled as “cocoa powder” at the airport cargo area, which concealed 17 latex-wrapped packets of cocaine hydrochloride. The total weight of the seized narcotics was 1.76 kilograms, equivalent to approximately 17,600 doses, the National Police reported. The operations—codenamed “Choco 1,” “Remesa,” “Choco-listo,” “Recipiente,” and “Cocoa”—were coordinated by the Anti-Drug […]
