- Ecuador secured a 2-1 comeback victory over Germany , advancing to the World Cup knockout stage for only the second time in their history.
- Gonzalo Plata scored the late winning goal, capitalising on an error from Germany 's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer .
- Nilson Angulo scored Ecuador 's first goal, equalising after Leroy Sane had initially put Germany ahead.
- Manuel Neuer 's performance was described as shaky, further exposing Germany 's unstable World Cup hopes.
- The win ensures Ecuador finishes third in Group E, with manager Sebastian Beccacece achieving redemption.
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