The joy for "La Tri" lasted only minutes. In the 70th minute, Senegal’s captain Kalidou Koulibaly scored a dramatic volley after a defensive error, securing a 2-1 victory for the "Lions of Teranga".
Heading into the match on November 29, 2022, Ecuador held a slight advantage, needing only a draw to advance to the Round of 16. Senegal, however, required a victory. Ecuador vs Senegal en Vivo
Ecuador fought back in the second half. In the 67th minute, Moisés Caicedo tapped in a goal from a corner, momentarily putting Ecuador back in the qualification zone. The joy for "La Tri" lasted only minutes