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Ecuador edges Germany in World Cup match on Gonzalo Plata's goal

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Ecuador edges Germany in World Cup match on Gonzalo Plata's goal
Summary

Ecuador scored a crucial victory against Germany in the World Cup on June 25, 2026, thanks to a goal from Gonzalo Plata. After falling behind early to Leroy Sané's strike, Ecuador equalized quickly and pushed for the win, ultimately leading 2-1 after a well-executed corner. The result places Ecuador in a strong position for advancement, pushing Scotland closer to elimination in Group E, where Germany topped the standings. With only three points, Scotland's chances of progressing are slim, dependent on other match outcomes.

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  • •Ecuador defeats Germany 2-1 in a crucial World Cup match.
  • •Gonzalo Plata scores the decisive goal from a corner kick.
  • •Scotland's chances of advancing to the next round drop significantly.
  • •Germany finishes first in Group E, with Ecuador in third.
  • •Ecuador had previously struggled to score in the tournament.
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  • 7:55 AMYahoo Sports — Ecuador shock Germany to put Scotland on brink of World Cup exit
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Beat Germany and stay in the World Cup finals: the kind of challenge upon which much greater football nations than Ecuador have foundered in the past, but not this fine South American team of 2026.

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