Thursday, June 25, 2026
Kickoff 16:00 local at MetLife Stadium, New York / New Jersey
Ecuador vs Germany - Thursday, June 25, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 55
Thu, Jun 25
Date
16:00 local
Kickoff
Group Stage
Round
E
Group
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Match-day essentials - MetLife Stadium
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. All concessions, merchandise, and parking accept cards or mobile pay only - cash exchange kiosks available at the stadium.
Best way to get there
NJ Transit Rail (recommended)
Direct match-day trains from New York Penn Station to the Meadowlands Rail Station - 25-30 min, $13 round trip. Trains run every 10-20 min from 3 hours pre-match.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min before kickoff. Security lines for World Cup matches will be longer than NFL norms. NJ Transit gets crowded 60 min pre-match.
Venue
New York / New Jersey, New York / New Jersey - 82,500 capacity - Open roof
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, hosts the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026 - the most-watched single sporting event on the planet. Shared home of the New York Giants and New York Jets, the stadium sits just 8 miles from Midtown Manhattan and will draw the biggest crowd in World Cup Final history.
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1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford, NJ 07073, USA
About This Match
Ecuador face Germany in the Group Stage of Group E on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Ecuador are ranked #21 in the world and managed by Sébastien Beccacece; Germany sit at #9 under Julian Nagelsmann. The match kicks off at 16:00 local time at MetLife Stadium in New York / New Jersey.
Ecuador
Ecuador bring one of South America's most exciting midfielders to World Cup 2026 in Chelsea powerhouse Moisés Caicedo, whose physicality, range of passing, and energy make him one of the premier midfielders in the world. Argentine coach Sébastien Beccacece has provided tactical sophistication to La Tri, while the continued involvement of legendary striker Enner Valencia - Ecuador's all-time top scorer - adds proven big-game experience. Group E pits Ecuador against Germany, Ivory Coast, and debutants Curaçao - a group where they should compete for second place. Ecuador's 2006 run to the round of 16 remains their best; a repeat or better in 2026 is a realistic goal.
Read Ecuador preview →Germany
Germany enter the 2026 FIFA World Cup with renewed optimism after the disappointment of early exits in 2018 and 2022. Coach Julian Nagelsmann has overseen a regeneration built around two extraordinary young talents - Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz and Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala - who are already among the best players in the world at their age. Die Mannschaft, four-time World Cup champions, are placed in Group E alongside Ecuador, Ivory Coast, and debutants Curaçao, a draw that should allow them to qualify comfortably and build momentum. The German public demands nothing less than a deep run, and the talent is finally there to deliver.
Read Germany preview →Recent Form
Last results for Ecuador and Germany in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Ecuador
W- May 30vs Saudi Arabia2-1
Germany
W- May 31vs Finland4-0
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. Germany are the market favourite to win Group E.
Ecuador
Champion outright: 0.8%
Germany
Champion outright: 5.8%
Where to Watch Ecuador vs Germany
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Ecuador vs Germany - FAQ
When is Ecuador vs Germany in the 2026 World Cup?+
Ecuador vs Germany is on Thursday, June 25, 2026 with kickoff at 16:00 local time at MetLife Stadium in New York / New Jersey.
Where is Ecuador vs Germany being played?+
The match is at MetLife Stadium in New York / New Jersey, New York / New Jersey. Capacity 82,500, Open roof.
What round is Ecuador vs Germany?+
It's a Group Stage (Group E) match - match number 55 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to MetLife Stadium for Ecuador vs Germany?+
NJ Transit Rail (recommended): Direct match-day trains from New York Penn Station to the Meadowlands Rail Station - 25-30 min, $13 round trip. Trains run every 10-20 min from 3 hours pre-match.
What time should I arrive at MetLife Stadium?+
Arrive 90-120 min before kickoff. Security lines for World Cup matches will be longer than NFL norms. NJ Transit gets crowded 60 min pre-match.
What is Ecuador's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Ecuador is ranked #21 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Sébastien Beccacece. Their best World Cup result is Round of 16.
What is Germany's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Germany is ranked #9 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Julian Nagelsmann. Their best World Cup result is Champion and they have won the World Cup 4 times.