Germany have been among the tournament's standout teams, winning both of their matches to secure first place. With knockout qualification already assured, Nagelsmann may rotate his squad, though the depth of Germany's bench means the challenge remains formidable.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ecuador's campaign, meanwhile, has been defined by missed opportunities. After a narrow loss to C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire, they were held to a surprising 0-0 draw by Curacao despite dominating the game and firing 27 shots. Goalkeeper Eloy Room's heroics denied them a breakthrough and exposed their biggest weakness- finishing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While Ecuador have remained defensively solid, they are still searching for their first goal of the tournament. Against a confident German side playing without pressure, Sebasti\u00e1n Beccacece's men must find a cutting edge quickly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
If Ecuador can turn chances into goals, their World Cup hopes will stay alive. Failure to do so could bring an early end to a campaign that began with considerable promise.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
How to watch Ecuador vs Germany live in India<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Live streaming and live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 football matches will be available on the Zee5 platform and app in India. A subscription will be needed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be available on the Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels in India. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Key details<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Date and kick-off time: Friday, June 26, 01:30 AM (IST)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Venue: New York New Jersey Stadium<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Referee: Mary Victoria Penso<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Squads:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ecuador -<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Goalkeepers: Hernan Galindez, Gonzalo Valle, Moises Ramirez <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Defenders: Piero Hincapie, Willian Pacho, Pervis Estupinan, Angelo Preciado, Joel Ordonez, Felix Torres, Jackson Porozo, Yaimar Medina <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Midfielders: Moises Caicedo, Alan Franco, Gonzalo Plata, Kendry Paez, Pedro Vite, Jordy Alcivar, Denil Castillo, John Yeboah, Nilson Angulo, Alan Minda <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Forwards: Enner Valencia, Kevin Rodr\u00edguez, Jordy Caicedo, Anthony Valencia, Jeremy Arevalo<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Germany -<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Goalkeepers: Manuel Neuer, Oliver Baumann, Alexander Nubel.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Defenders: Joshua Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, Nico Schlotterbeck, David Raum, Robin Koch, Waldemar Anton, Benjamin Henrichs, Maximilian Mittelstadt, Yann Aurel Bisseck.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Goalkeepers: Manuel Neuer, Oliver Baumann, Alexander Nubel.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Forwards: Kai Havertz, Deniz Undav, Niclas Fullkrug, Leroy Sane, and Jonathan Burkardt.<\/p>\r\n\r\n