(MENAFN- The Rio Times) President Daniel Noboa ordered Ecuador's borders closed and ports militarized ahead of Sunday's presidential election, citing threats from armed groups, Reuters reported.

Hosts Paraguay were naturally drawn in Group A, joined by Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador and Uruguay. The crowd in Ypané must have been thrilled to see their team start the tournament on the front foot ...

President Daniel Noboa also ordered a greater military presence at local ports due to ‘destabilisation’ by armed groups.

It wasn't until the 91st minute that Alan Minda scored the third goal for Ecuador to seal a convincing victory that put all of Group B in trouble.