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[SPORTS] · Germany, Ecuador, Paraguay · 100 sources

Germany to face Paraguay in World Cup round of 32 after Ecuador loss

Germany were eliminated from the group stage with a 2‑1 defeat to Ecuador on 26 June 2026, despite taking an early lead through Leroy Sané. The loss came after the team had already secured top spot in Group E and a place in the round of 32. Players Joshua Kimmich and Deniz Undav said Ecuador “wanted it more”, comments that coach Julian Nagelsmann dismissed as “nonsense”, insisting the squad must improve its concentration and defensive transitions.

Manuel Neuer rejected any blame for the decisive Ecuadorian goal, explaining his positioning was correct. Media criticism focused on the lack of intensity and tactical organization, while former internationals such as Lukas Podolski and Toni Kroos offered differing perspectives on the defeat.

Germany’s next match is set for Monday at 22:30 CET in Foxborough, Boston, where they will meet Paraguay – the most likely Group E third‑place finisher according to the tournament’s draw scenarios.

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