Ecuador lost 0-1 to Ivory Coast in their first FIFA World Cup match. Goalkeeper Hernán Galíndez was interviewed in the FIFA mixed zone after the match.

This defeat must be difficult to take?

It's very difficult. This isn't the start we wanted for the FIFA World Cup, nor what we expected. I think the result was unfair. We played well and created many scoring opportunities, especially in the first half, but we couldn't convert them. They also had chances, and they managed to capitalize on one.

In the FIFA World Cup, there's no time to adjust slowly; we need to fix our problems immediately, regroup, and prepare for the next match. Unfortunately, we have no choice. We must overcome this difficult situation quickly, process this disappointment, and then prepare ourselves for the match against Curaçao.

How would you describe the match? From your perspective, how did it develop? Ecuador had more opportunities in the first half and hit the post several times.

That's why I said I think the result was unfair. As you mentioned, we created many scoring opportunities and hit the post twice. We controlled the ball very well and were aware they were dangerous on both sides of the field. In fact, the play that led to their goal is something they had already tried several times before. In the second half, they also had a shot that hit the crossbar. In the first half, Alan Franco also made a crucial interception that prevented a similar situation.

We will take responsibility for our mistakes, as we always do, but credit must also be given to our opponents. We can't say we lost only because of our own errors; we faced a truly strong opponent. I think for most of the match, we actually dominated them, but we couldn't convert that dominance into goals. Of course, it's difficult to see the positives immediately, but starting tomorrow, we will definitely identify some positive aspects and areas for improvement, then prepare for the next match.

What are your thoughts on the substitutions, such as Poroso coming on and Angelo playing?

I think those substitutions were appropriate. Alan Franco was already getting tired. After Angelo Preciado came on, we created some opportunities through wing breakthroughs. When Poroso came on, we switched to a four-back system, with Ordóñez playing as right back. I think, aside from the goal we conceded, we didn't give our opponents many other clear chances. So I'm confident those substitutions were fine. I'm not sure why you're asking about that.

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