2026 World Cup: Ecuador stuns Germany to advance to knockout stage

The Ecuador national team achieved a surprising 2-1 victory over Germany, ensuring their advancement to the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. This win allowed Ecuador to secure third place in their group, accumulating a total of four points across three matches, making them one of the 12 best third-placed teams.

In a related match, the Ivory Coast defeated Curaçao 2-0, allowing them to progress as the runners-up in the group. Germany's unexpected defeat marks a significant moment in the tournament.