🏆 Match Report from Last Night and This Morning: Germany Staged a Comeback and Côtes d'Ivoire Made History
On the evening of June 26, 2026, the final round of Group E at the 2026 US–Canada–Mexico World Cup reached its dramatic conclusion. Ecuador came back to beat Germany 2-1, and with four points, advanced to the Round of 32 as the “best third-placed team,” in a nail-biting finish. Although Germany lost, they still finished with six points to top the group and advance. In the other match, Côtes d'Ivoire, powered by PePe’s brace, defeated Curaçao 2-0—marking the first time in their history that they advanced from the World Cup group stage.
⚽ On the Field: Controversial Decisions and New Records
● Controversial Decision: In the match between Germany and Ecuador, Germany scored in the second minute through Sané. However, Ecuador protested, claiming that before the goal, Pavlovich may have committed a foul with his foot raised too high. The referee did not award any penalty, and VAR was not involved. In the end, the goal was ruled valid, which sparked widespread discussion afterward.
● Goalkeeper Record: Germany’s goalkeeper Neuer conceded again in this match, achieving the feat of conceding in nine consecutive World Cup matches—matching Sweden’s goalkeeper Ravelli and tying for second place in the competition’s historical record.#BinancePickAndWin؟
⚽ On the Field: Controversial Decisions and New Records
● Controversial Decision: In the match between Germany and Ecuador, Germany scored in the second minute through Sané. However, Ecuador protested, claiming that before the goal, Pavlovich may have committed a foul with his foot raised too high. The referee did not award any penalty, and VAR was not involved. In the end, the goal was ruled valid, which sparked widespread discussion afterward.
● Goalkeeper Record: Germany’s goalkeeper Neuer conceded again in this match, achieving the feat of conceding in nine consecutive World Cup matches—matching Sweden’s goalkeeper Ravelli and tying for second place in the competition’s historical record.#BinancePickAndWin؟