India, June 26 -- When it comes to the FIFA World Cup, no team can ever be written off, regardless of its form. Ecuador proved that once again with a stunning comeback victory over Germany in their final Group E clash.

While Germany suffered their first defeat of the tournament, they still finished atop Group E on goal difference.

Ecuador, meanwhile, advanced to the Round of 32 as one of the best third-placed teams with four points.

Germany got off to a dream start when Leroy Sane found the net in just the second minute, handing Julian Nagelsmann's side an early advantage.

Ecuador responded almost immediately. Nilson Angulo ended his side's goal drought by firing home the equaliser in the ninth minute, restoring parity with a clinical...