Their 2026 World Cup
Match by match
N. Angulo played 4 matches for Ecuador: 2 as a starter and 2 off the bench. His only goal came in the group stage (Group E) against Germany.
| Round | Match | His game |
|---|---|---|
| Group E | vs Ivory Coast 0-1 | Came on in the 56′ |
| Group E | vs Curaçao 0-0 | Came on in the 70′ |
| Group E | vs Germany 2-1 | Started, off on 85′ · 1 goal |
| Round of 32 | vs Mexico 0-2 | Started, off on 79′ |
Biography
Nilson David Angulo Ramírez (born 19 June 2003) is an Ecuadorian professional footballer who plays as a winger or wide midfielder for Premier League club Sunderland and the Ecuador national team.
Club career Angulo started his senior career at LDU Quito. In June 2022, he joined Belgian First Division A side Anderlecht on a five-year deal. He scored his first goal for the club in a 2–1 away win over Club Brugge on 5 February 2024. On 2 February 2026, Angulo signed for Sunderland on a four-and-a-half year deal.
International career In October 2021, Angulo made his senior international debut for Ecuador, playing in a 3–2 friendly win over Mexico. On 9 May 2023, Angulo was called up for the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Argentina. On 31 May 2026, Angulo was selected in the 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A month later, on 25 June, he scored a goal and was named Man of the Match in a 2–1 victory over Germany, helping his country secure qualification for the knockout stage.
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