Germany face Ecuador in their final Group E match, looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the 2026 World Cup. Julian Nagelsmann’s side are chasing a spot in the Round of 32 after impressing in previous games, while Ecuador are desperate for a result to keep their knockout stage hopes alive.
After defeats to Ivory Coast and draws with Curaçao in their opening matches, Ecuador arrived at the tournament without momentum. Sebastian Beccacece’s team will rely on experienced forwards Enner Valencia and Gonzalo Plata to turn their fortunes around. Midfield leader Moisés Caicedo will look to control proceedings, with Willian Pacho commanding the defensive line.
The German national team
Germany enter this match as clear favorites, with Nagelsmann unable to call on Nathaniel Brown and Nico Schlotterbeck due to injury. David Raum and Antonio Rüdiger are likely to deputize in defense, while Deniz Undav could displace Kai Havertz in attack following his strong performances. Jamal Musiala will provide creativity, forming part of an attacking lineup that also features Felix Nmecha and Florian Wirtz.
Die Mannschaft could line up as follows: Manuel Neuer in goal, with a backline of Joshua Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, Antonio Rüdiger and David Raum. Axel Wefer might feature in midfield alongside the versatile Felix Nmecha, while the attacking trio of Leroy Sané, Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz support Deniz Undav as the central striker.
Germany predicted lineup vs Ecuador
Manuel Neuer; Joshua Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, Antonio Rüdiger, David Raum; Aleksandar Pavlović, Felix Nmecha; Leroy Sané, Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz; Deniz Undav.
Ecuador predicted lineup vs Germany
Ecuador’s chances of reaching the knockout stages depend entirely on securing a victory. Sebastian Beccacece will stick with his attacking philosophy, counting on Gonzalo Plata and veteran striker Enner Valencia to find the back of the net. Moisés Caicedo will captain the midfield effort, while disciplined defender Willian Pacho will lead the backline alongside Joel Ordóñez and Piero Hincapié.
The Ecuadorian lineup could look like this: Hernán Galíndez in goal; Alan Franco, Joel Ordóñez, Willian Pacho and Piero Hincapié in defense; John Yeboah, Moisés Caicedo, Pedro Vite and Alan Minda in midfield; with Gonzalo Plata and Enner Valencia up front.