Ecuador edge Germany 2-1 to squeeze into World Cup last 32
Summary
Ecuador defeated Germany 2-1 in a World Cup Group E match, allowing Ecuador to advance to the last 32 teams. Germany scored first early in the game, but Ecuador scored two goals later to secure the win and continue in the tournament.Key Facts
- The match was part of the 2026 World Cup Group E stage.
- Germany scored first less than two minutes into the game through Leroy Sane.
- Ecuador equalized with a goal by Nilson Angulo seven minutes after Germany's goal.
- Gonzalo Plata scored the winning goal for Ecuador 13 minutes before the end of the match.
- Ecuador advanced to the last 32 as one of the best third-placed teams.
- Germany had already secured top spot in the group before this game.
- Germany will play their next match against another third-placed team in the knockout round.
- The game took place in New Jersey with many Ecuadorian fans celebrating the win.
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