Position: Midfielder
Born: 15.10.77
Club: LDU Quito

Patricio Urrutia made a late surge into the World Cup squad following his exceptional club performances this season.

Although he has not featured in the Ecuador shirt since their dramatic victory over Brazil in November 2004, this box-to-box midfielder has proved he can attack with menace and defend with vigor while displaying astute tactical awareness.

Known as an adept man-marker, Urrutia also likes to charge forward before blasting a powerful shot at goal.