Netherlands vs Ecuador Predictions

• Ecuador are on a 16-game unbeaten run
• Netherlands are unbeaten in 13 (inside normal time)
• Under 2.5 goals has landed in 10 consecutive Ecuador games

Ecuador looking to extend unbeaten streak

South American outfit Ecuador could be one of the surprise packages of World Cup 2026 after developing a reputation as an incredibly tough side to break down but they face a stern test against the Netherlands in Eindhoven on Tuesday.

Ecuador are on a 16-game unbeaten run that stretches way back into 2024. They’ve beaten Argentina and Colombia and draw with Brazil and Uruguay during that period, so as big price underdogs the best angle here looks the best bet.

The Netherlands are in good form themselves, however, after beating Norway 2-1 in their last friendly. The Dutch haven’t lost inside normal time in 13 games, and eight of Ecuador’s last 10 have finished level so a draw could be on the cards rather than a shock win for the visitors.

Ecuador tend to be involved in low scoring games and they haven’t conceded more than one goal in any of their last 20 games. The Oranje have scored in 13 games so a 1-1 draw has a chance. Three of Ecuador’s last five games have finished 1-1 and these sides played out a stalemate with that scoreline at the last World Cup in Qatar in the group stages.