Player profile
Moisés Caicedo
Midfielder · Chelsea
Moisés Caicedo was named Ecuador's permanent captain during the 2026 World Cup, leading La Tri into the knockout rounds for just the second time in the country's history before a Round of 32 exit to Mexico.
Career
Still only 24, Caicedo has grown from a promising Chelsea signing into one of the club's key midfielders, adding a FIFA Club World Cup winner's medal to his honours.
At international level he took over Ecuador's captaincy from veteran forward Enner Valencia during the 2026 World Cup, playing his second consecutive tournament for his country.
How they play
A powerful, high-energy box-to-box and defensive midfielder, Caicedo's game is built on ground covered, physical duels won and breaking up opposition attacks before they develop.
Where they are now
Wearing the armband, Caicedo helped Ecuador come from behind to beat Germany 2-1 and reach the World Cup knockout stage for only the second time in the nation's history.
Ecuador's run ended with a 2-0 Round of 32 defeat to Mexico, closing out Caicedo's first tournament as national team captain.
Bio
Club career
- Chelsea F.C.2023
- Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.2021–2023
- Beerschot A.C.2021–2022
- Independiente del Valle2019–2021
International career
- Ecuador men's national football teamSince 2020Current
Honours
No honours on record yet.
Defining moments
Appointed permanent Ecuador captain2026
Caicedo was handed the Ecuador captaincy by Enner Valencia during the 2026 World Cup and led the team to a come-from-behind win over Germany to reach the knockout rounds.
Latest season stats (ESPN)
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Sources
- ESPN athlete profileJul 18, 2026
- WikidataJul 18, 2026
- Player photo — Bryan BerlinCC BY-SA 4.0
Read for this profile
- Chelsea FC — Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo appointed Ecuador captainAugust 3, 2026
- Chelsea FC — Caicedo and Paez play but Ecuador exit 2026 World CupAugust 3, 2026
Profile written / last reviewed August 3, 2026.
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