2006 in Ecuadorian football
The 2006 season was the 84th season of competitive football in Ecuador. National team. Senior team. The Ecuadorian national team played in eleven international matches: four during the 2006 FIFA World Cup, and seven friendlies. FIFA World Cup. Ecuador played in their second consecutive FIFA World Cup. Group Stage. Ecuador was drawn into Group A along with Costa Rica, hosts Germany, and Poland. After shutout wins against Poland and Costa Rica, Ecuador secured a spot in the Round of 16. Their last match of group play was a loss to the host team, making them the  group runner-up. Round of 16. Ecuador was matched-up against Group B winner, England. Despite a close game, a free-kick goal by English captain David Beckham proved to be the difference in the game and were eliminated. To date, this is the furthest progression in the tournament.