FIFA Men's World Cup

Ecuador vs. Germany Highlights: Ecuador Advances To Round of 32

Updated: Jun 25, 2026 - 6:13 PM ET

Ecuador advanced to the Round of 32 with a dramatic win over Germany, which was looking to cap off a perfect group stage with a win at New York New Jersey Stadium.

Germany had already won Group E with a 2-0 record and a goal difference of +7 entering Thursday. Meanwhile, Ecuador had to win to keep its tournament alive after managing just one point in its first two matches.

Here are the top plays from Ecuador vs. Germany:

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Ecuador vs. Germany Live Score, How To Watch

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Euphoria!

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What Goals Do To People

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Lead Change!

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Missed Opportunity

5:32p ET

Hydration Check

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BIG Save

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German Subs

5:11p ET

Should This Have Been A Penalty?

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HALFTIME: Ecuador 1, Germany 1

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Hydration Check

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A Prompt Response!

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Germany Scores FAST!

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You'll Never Guess It!

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Germany Lineup Perspective

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Times Square Takeover

Live Coverage for this began on 5:59p ET

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