The Ecuador national team qualified for the round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup after a stunning comeback win against Germany. The initial goal by Sané was immediately countered by Angulo.
Ecuador faced Germany in an exciting match that ended with a 2-1 victory for Ecuador.
Gonzalo Plata secured the win with a goal from a corner kick, making Ecuador one of the top eight third-placed teams in the tournament.
The win is important for Ecuador because it secures their spot in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.
Ecuador had obtained a record of 1W-4D-0L in their last 5 matches, and their last win was against New Zealand on November 19, 2025, with a score of 2-0.
Ecuador will continue competing in the 2026 World Cup, and their next match will be against an opponent that will be determined in the coming days.
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| November 19, 2025 | Ecuador vs New Zealand | 2-0 |
| Last 5 matches | 1W-4D-0L | - |
