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Germany won’t rotate in dead rubber match vs. Ecuador

Germany lost 2-1 to Ecuador in their final Group E match on June 25, 2026. Despite the defeat, Germany had already qualified for the Round of 32 as group winners. The result ended an 11-game winning streak for Julian Nagelsmann's side.

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Germany's decision to avoid rotation resulted in a 2-1 defeat to Ecuador.

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  1. Germany Suffers First World Cup Loss Against Ecuador

    Germany lost 2-1 to Ecuador in their final Group E match on June 25, 2026. Despite the defeat, Germany had already qualified for the Round of 32 as group winners. The result ended an 11-game winning streak for Julian Nagelsmann's side.

    What's confirmed:

    • Germany lost 2-1 to Ecuador in a Group E match on June 25, 2026.
    • Leroy Sane scored for Germany, while Nilson Angulo and Gonzalo Plata scored for Ecuador.
    • Germany entered the Round of 32 as Group E winners.
    • The loss ended an 11-game winning streak for Germany.
    • Julian Nagelsmann chose not to rotate the starting lineup for the match.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The defeat has raised questions regarding Nagelsmann's centre-back pairing.
    • The loss exposed limitations within the German team.
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