Ecuador and Germany meet in crucial World Cup group clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 7:19 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Ecuador faces Germany at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on Thursday. Germany has secured its top position in Group E after two wins, while Ecuador needs to win to advance to the knockout stage following a draw and a loss. Germany’s midfielder Nadiem Amiri emphasized the team's focus on maintaining momentum despite already qualifying. Coach Julian Nagelsmann may rotate the squad but aims to preserve team chemistry. The match will begin at 22:00 CEST.
- •Germany leads Group E with victories over Curacao and Cote d'Ivoire.
- •Ecuador must win to secure a spot in the round of 32.
- •Nico Schlotterbeck is out due to injury for Germany.
- •Germany's lineup might see several changes but aims to build momentum.
- •Kickoff is at 22:00 CEST on June 24.
- 7:19 AMYahoo Sports — Ecuador vs. Germany preview: Team news and predicted lineups
"Having already secured top spot in Group E with victories over Curacao (7-1) and Cote d'Ivoire (2-1), Germany will wrap up the group stage against Ecuador at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on Thur...
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