Ecuador suffered a 1-0 defeat against Ivory Coast in their opening match of the World Cup. Following the loss, head coach Sebastián Beccaccece expressed strong dissatisfaction with the officiating. The manager specifically questioned a key decision, asserting that a player should have been sent off. Beccaccece believes this lack of a red card significantly influenced the final outcome of the game. The coach's comments highlight the frustration within the 'Tri' camp regarding the match's arbitration. This debut loss puts immediate pressure on the Ecuadorian squad as they progress in the tournament.