SportsPublished: 26 June 2026 at 02:37

Ecuador beats Germany, books spot in World Cup knockout stage

Ecuador defeated Germany 2-1 in New Jersey to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup knockout rounds.

In the final group stage match of the World Cup, Ecuador faced Germany in New Jersey. Germany took an early lead through Leroy Sané in the second minute. However, Ecuador responded quickly, with Anhulo equalizing in the ninth minute.

The second half saw Ecuador maintain pressure, and in the 77th minute, Plata scored the go-ahead goal to make it 2-1. The victory secured Ecuador's progression to the knockout stage, while Germany was eliminated from the tournament. The match was broadcast live on Go3 and TV3play.

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