Uruguayan Ecuadorians are people born in Uruguay who live in Ecuador, or Ecuadorian-born people of Uruguayan descent.
Many Uruguayan-born persons live in Ecuador, for a number of reasons. Both countries share the Spanish language; the historical origins of both nations is common (part of the Spanish Empire until the early 19th century).
Uruguayan-style pizza and asado can be found on selected places in Ecuador. Notable people Daniel Fascioli, footballer Marcelo Fleitas, footballer Marcelo Velazco, footballer Oscar Zubía, football player and manager
See also
Ecuador–Uruguay relations Emigration from Uruguay Ethnic groups in Ecuador References