Every World Cup needs a cult hero: 2026 has given us touchline dreamboat Sebastián Beccacece
The Ecuador manager is a beautifully manicured buzz of energy with Bolivarian liberation in his heart. The tournament is all the better for him
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Sebastián Beccacece has led Ecuador to the knockout rounds. Photograph: Juan Mabromata/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenSebastián Beccacece has led Ecuador to the knockout rounds. Photograph: Juan Mabromata/AFP/Getty ImagesWorld Cup 2026Every World Cup needs a cult hero: 2026 has given us touchline dreamboat Sebastián BeccaceceThe Ecuador manager is a beautifully manicured buzz of energy with Bolivarian liberation in his heart. The tournament is all the better for himAaron TimmsTue 30 Jun 2026 03.00 EDTLast modified on Tue 30 Jun 2026 03.02 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAn underrated pleasure for spectators at every World Cup is observing the managers.
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