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Germany falls 2-1 to Ecuador, Rüdiger starts in first World Cup match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 1:16 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Germany falls 2-1 to Ecuador, Rüdiger starts in first World Cup match
Summary

Germany lost 2-1 to Ecuador in a Group E match of the 2026 World Cup held in East Rutherford on June 25. Leroy Sané opened the scoring for Germany early in the 2nd minute. Ecuador equalized through Nilson Angulo in the 9th minute and secured victory with Gonzalo Plata's goal in the 77th minute. Despite the loss, Germany had already clinched the top position in Group E. Antonio Rüdiger made his first start in the tournament, contributing in defense. Germany's next match is scheduled for Monday against likely opponent Paraguay.

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  • •Germany scored first via Leroy Sané in the 2nd minute.
  • •Nilson Angulo equalized for Ecuador in the 9th minute.
  • •Gonzalo Plata netted the decisive goal in the 77th minute.
  • •Rüdiger started in defense, completing 92% of his passes.
  • •Germany faces Paraguay in the knockout round on Monday.
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  • 1:16 PMYahoo Sports — Antonio Rüdiger makes first start at 2026 World Cup as Germany fall 2-1 to Ecuador
What they're saying
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4-time World Cup Champions still top Group E and will most likely face Paraguay Monday the 29th in Boston

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