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Sane gives Germany early lead against Ecuador in World Cup match

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 8:30 PM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Sane gives Germany early lead against Ecuador in World Cup match

Summary

Leroy Sane scored in the second minute to give Germany a 1-0 lead over Ecuador at the World Cup Group E match held at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Calls for a VAR review regarding a high challenge by Aleksandar Pavlović in the build-up were waived away, allowing the goal to stand. The match is currently ongoing and could have critical implications for both teams in the tournament.

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Key Details

•Leroy Sane scores early for Germany in the second minute.
•Ecuador requested a VAR review for a foul on the goal.
•The match is taking place at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
•Germany leads 1-0 as play continues.

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8:30 PMBBC Sport — Sane gives Germany lead as Ecuador calls for foul waived away

What they're saying

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Leroy Sane gives Germany a 1-0 lead against Ecuador in the second minute, as calls for the goal to be overturned by VAR for a high challenge by Aleksandar Pavlović in the build-up are waived away in this World Cup Group E match at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
— BBC Sport

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