Ecuador
Germany
Team Overview
Ecuador hosted Curaçao in their latest World Cup match, finishing in a goalless draw. This result leaves Ecuador still searching for their first victory of the tournament.
Match statistics (Ecuador vs Curaçao):
Team Overview
Germany faced Ivory Coast at home in their most recent World Cup encounter, securing a 2-1 victory. This win marks Germany's second consecutive triumph in the tournament.
Match statistics (Germany vs Ivory Coast):
Ecuador secured a remarkable 2-1 victory over Germany in their World Cup group stage match, showcasing resilience and tactical prowess. After an early goal from Leroy Sané put Germany ahead in the 2nd minute, Ecuador responded swiftly with Nilson Angulo equalizing just seven minutes later.
The match saw Germany dominate possession with 61%, yet Ecuador proved to be more efficient in front of goal, converting two of their seven attempts. The home side's second goal came from Gonzalo Plata in the 77th minute, following a well-executed play that highlighted their counter-attacking capabilities.
Despite facing a barrage of German attacks, Ecuador's defense held firm, managing to keep the visitors to just three shots on target. The physicality of the match was evident, with Ecuador committing 15 fouls compared to Germany's 10, and receiving three yellow cards to Germany's single caution.
This victory not only boosts Ecuador's hopes of advancing in the tournament but also serves as a reminder of their potential to challenge traditional football powerhouses. With a solid defensive display and clinical finishing, Ecuador has set the stage for an exciting continuation of their World Cup journey.
Ecuador has struggled in their recent matches, failing to score in their last two games, resulting in a total of 0 goals for and 1 goal against in their last 2 matches. Their performance has been marked by a lack of offensive output, averaging 0.0 goals per game.
In contrast, Germany has shown a strong attacking form, scoring 9 goals in their last 2 matches, averaging 4.5 goals per game. They have also managed to maintain a solid defense, allowing only 2 goals during this period.
In their head-to-head encounters, Ecuador has won 100% of the matches against Germany, with an average of 3.00 goals per game. In their last match, Ecuador emerged victorious with a score of 2-1, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure. The match statistics indicate that Ecuador had a total of 7 shots, with 3 on target, while Germany had 11 shots, with 3 on target as well. Possession was dominated by Germany at 61%, indicating their control of the game despite the loss.
H. Galindez
G
A. Franco
D
W. Pacho
D
P. Hincapie
D
J. Alcivar
M
J. Yeboah
M
P. Vite
M
M. Caicedo
M
P. Estupinan
M
G. Plata
F
E. Valencia
F
M. Neuer
G
J. Kimmich
D
J. Tah
D
N. Schlotterbeck
D
N. Brown
D
F. Nmecha
M
A. Pavlovic
M
L. Sane
M
J. Musiala
M
F. Wirtz
M
K. Havertz
F
