Ecuador come from behind to beat Germany 2-1, reach World Cup
Short overview
Ecuador rallied from a goal down to defeat Germany 2-1, with Nilson Angulo and Gonzalo Plata scoring to secure a spot in the World Cup knockout stage as one of the top eight third-placed teams.
Ecuador came from behind to defeat Germany 2-1 and qualify for the knockout stages of the World Cup. Goals from Nilson Angulo and Gonzalo Plata secured the comeback victory.
The win ensures Ecuador advances as one of the top eight third-placed teams in the tournament.
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