India, June 26 -- Ecuador pulled off one of the biggest shocks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, producing a stunning comeback to beat Germany and keep their tournament alive. After failing to score in their opening two matches - a 1-0 defeat to Ivory Coast followed by a goalless draw with Curacao, the South Americans were widely expected to bow out of the competition. Few gave them a realistic chance against a German side that had looked like one of the strongest teams in the group after victories over Curacao and the Ivory Coast.

Germany appeared to be on course for another comfortable win when Leroy Sane found the net inside the opening two minutes, handing Ecuador an early setback. Against an opponent known for its attacking quality, the t...