Which Ecuadorian players hit the woodwork in the first half?

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Ecuadorian Players Struck the Crossbar in the First Half

In the World Cup Group E match between Ivory Coast and Ecuador, two Ecuadorian players, John Yeboah and Alan Minda, both hit the crossbar in the first half. These instances occurred during an entertaining, end-to-end game that ultimately saw Ecuador's 19-game unbeaten streak come to an end with a 1-0 loss.
Yeboah's Powerful Shot Denied by the Frame

John Yeboah was the first to threaten the Ivorian goal by striking the woodwork. His effort came from the edge of the penalty area, described as a "rasping shot," which unfortunately ricocheted off the crossbar. This near-goal opportunity highlighted Ecuador's attacking intent in the opening period.
Minda's Effort Also Rebounded Off the Crossbar

Following Yeboah's attempt, Alan Minda also found himself in a goal-scoring position. After receiving a pass from Pedro Vite, Minda managed to beat the opposing goalkeeper but could not direct his shot past the crossbar. Both players' close calls contributed to a frustrating first half for Ecuador, despite their overall strong performance.

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