Ecuador Upset Germany In Dramatic World Cup Group E Clash

Ecuador produced one of the biggest upsets of the FIFA World Cup group stage, defeating Germany 2-1 in a thrilling Group E encounter to keep their hopes of reaching the Round of 32 alive.
The South Americans rose to the occasion against one of the tournament favourites, delivering a spirited display that earned them a priceless three points and reignited their qualification ambitions.
Germany entered the contest already on the brink of securing top spot in the group after victories over Curaçao and Ivory Coast, but Ecuador matched the Europeans throughout an entertaining contest.
The Ecuadorians showed greater urgency from the opening whistle, pressing high and unsettling Germany’s ...