In Ecuador, the first days of Marcelo Gallardo’s new cycle have brought an uneasy verdict after the team’s tour of Asia: the campaign has been described locally as a disappointing one.
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Gallardo is still waiting for his first victory as Ecuador coach. The South American side returned from its Asian trip without a win, leaving the early mood around the former River Plate manager’s tenure subdued.
The result of the tour has prompted criticism in the country, where observers have labelled the Asian leg underwhelming at the start of Gallardo’s spell in charge.
