Moisés Caicedo
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Nov 2, 2001 (24)
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5'10"
161 lb
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Creative effort in loss
Caicedo registered one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Cote D'ivoire.
Analysis: Caicedo contributed from midfield on the defensive end with a couple of tackles and interceptions, coming close to a clean sheet before Amad Diallo scored a 90th-minute winner. Going forward, he left his mark from midfield through set pieces and throughout the match, though his efforts did not result in a direct contribution. Caicedo is a crucial figure for Ecuador and his creative upside from midfield should have more room to show in their next match against Curacao, who lost 7-1 to Germany in their opener and are the smallest country to ever qualify for the World Cup.
Solid option in holding midfield
Caicedo should see significant action in the upcoming World Cup given his status as one of Ecuador's most well-rounded assets.
Analysis: Caicedo will once again anchor Ecuador's midfield after another strong campaign in the English Premier League. The central man provides value through ball recoveries, tackles and possession retention rather than direct goal contributions, but he can occasionally push forward to support in playmaking tasks. His ability to disrupt opposing attacks while keeping the ball moving efficiently is a major reason Ecuador has become such a difficult team to break down. While he's unlikely to score or assist frequently, his balanced workload and defensive production remain attractive in deeper fantasy formats.
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