https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ecuador-fight-back-to-shock-germany-and-reach-knockout-stageContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ecuador-fight-back-to-shock-germany-and-reach-knockout-stagehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ecuador-fight-back-to-shock-germany-and-reach-knockout-stage#u19939Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:06:59 +0000Ecuador secured a place in the World Cup knockout stage after a 2-1 comeback victory against Germany. The win triggered the declaration of a national holiday in Ecuador. Germany maintained its position as Group E winner based on head-to-head records.What's confirmed:Ecuador defeated Germany 2-1 to advance to the World Cup knockout stage.Gonzalo Plata scored in the 77th minute to put the ball past Manuel Neuer.The Ecuador president declared a national public holiday to celebrate the victory.Germany finished as Group E winners over the Ivory Coast due to head-to-head records.Still unconfirmed:Ec