Japan played out a 1-1 draw against Sweden in their Group F clash of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they joined Netherlands in the knockout stage. Meanwhile, Ecuador defeated Germany in their final Group E match to qualify for the last 32 stage.

Ecuador rallied from a goal down to beat Germany 2-1 in their final Group E match at the FIFA World Cup. Nilson Angulo equalised before Gonzalo Plata scored the winner, securing Ecuador's place in the Round of 32 as one of the best third-placed teams.

ECUADOR incredibly kept their World Cup alive despite a literal early kick in the teeth against Germany. And that spells yet more bad news for Scotland. The South Americans needed to win at the

Ecuador created history by beating Germany at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and sealed their place in the knockouts. The South American team achieved an unprecedented feat with a 2-1 win in New Jersey.

Watch BBC TV coverage, listen to Radio 5 Live commentary and follow live text updates as Ecuador take on Germany in Group E of the FIFA World Cup.

South Americans survive seven minutes of hell to reach last 32, while Ivory Coast beat Curacao to seal runners-up spot in Group F.