The win by Ecuador gives Paraguay a lot of hope, knowing that the Germans are not invincible.

What happened in the match?

Ecuador came out in the second half to kill or die and risk everything, because everything was at stake in the World Cup. They managed most of the second half with Caicedo and Vite, plus two very spicy wingers like Plata and Angulo.

What does it mean for Ecuador?

The proposal of Alfaro's team will not be the same as Becacecce's. Paraguay will look to wait in the middle or low zone, with a lot of order and defensive discipline.

What's next?

In a 1-on-1, there's a big difference between the two teams, but Paraguay is capable of reducing everything to their collective destructive game and ability to hurt with Enciso, Mauricio, and Almirón inspired for offensive transitions. | Date | Result | | --- | --- | | 2025-11-19 | Ecuador 2-0 New Zealand | The Ecuadorian national team is capable of shaking up the World Cup with a blow to the four-time world champion.