Germany suffers 2-1 defeat to Ecuador at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 10:07 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Germany lost 2-1 to Ecuador in their final World Cup group-stage match at East Rutherford on June 25. Despite taking an early lead through Leroy Sané, Germany was unable to maintain their advantage, allowing Ecuador to score twice. The result ended Germany's 11-match winning streak but they still advance to the round of 32 as Group E winners. Player ratings for Germany reflect a lackluster performance, with Florian Wirtz earning Man of the Match honors for his assist and overall contribution.
- •Germany led 1-0 before conceding two goals.
- •The match occurred on June 25 in East Rutherford.
- •Germany's winning streak now ends at 11 games.
- •Florian Wirtz was Germany's standout player with an assist.
- •Germany still qualifies for the next round as group winners.
- 10:07 PMYahoo Sports — Germany player ratings vs Ecuador: Lacklustre display as winning run ends
"Despite taking an early 1-0 lead, Germany fell to a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Ecuador in their final World Cup group-stage match at East Rutherford on Thursday.The result brought Germany’s 11-game...
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