ESPN Soccer reports: Gonzalo Plata poked the ball past Manuel Neuer in the 77th minute, and Ecuador advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup by rallying for a 2-1 win over Germany on Thursday.
sports | soccer | ESPN Soccer | June 26, 2026 3:04 AM
Ecuador shock Germany, seal spot in WC knockouts
Gonzalo Plata poked the ball past Manuel Neuer in the 77th minute, and Ecuador advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup by rallying for a 2-1 win over Germany on Thursday.
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