Alan Minda

Hits crossbar in loss

Minda registered two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Cote D'ivoire.

Analysis: Minda should have delivered a goal for Ecuador after receiving a good chance inside the box from Pedro Vite, hitting the crossbar from close range in a one-on-one situation. Beyond that moment, he struggled to get involved going forward, registering just 25 touches and failing to generate proper chances. His starting spot for Ecuador's next match is uncertain after being substituted off in the 56th minute, though if he does feature against Curacao, who lost 7-1 to Germany in their opener and are the smallest country to ever qualify for the World Cup, he will have a significant opportunity to bounce back.