🇪🇨 Ecuador vs Germany 🇩🇪
Ecuador 2-1 Germany (full time). The match aired in Spanish in the US free on Telemundo and streamed on Peacock.
Where it aired in Spanish
The match aired in Spanish on Telemundo, free over the air, and streamed on Peacock. Each team's next game airs on the same channels.
The teams
Ecuador reach the 2026 World Cup through CONMEBOL and have been drawn into Group E alongside Germany, Curaçao and Ivory Coast. Ecuador have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.
Germany reach the 2026 World Cup through UEFA and have been drawn into Group E alongside Curaçao, Ivory Coast and Ecuador. Germany are former world champions, with 4 titles, so they arrive among the favourites rather than the underdogs.
The venue
The match is played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, a 82,500-capacity venue that FIFA refers to as New York New Jersey Stadium during the tournament. The nearest major airport is Newark (EWR). FIFA enforces a clear-bag policy at every venue, so plan to travel light and arrive early to get through security.
MetLife Stadium →Frequently asked questions
How did Ecuador vs Germany end?+
Ecuador 2-1 Germany (full time).
Where can I watch Ecuador vs Germany in Spanish?+
In Spanish in the US, the match airs free over the air on Telemundo, on Universo on cable, and streams on Peacock. Telemundo is the easiest free option.
What time does Ecuador vs Germany kick off?+
Kickoff is at 2:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM ART (Mexico, US Eastern and Argentina times). Check the timezone table above for your exact local time.
Is Ecuador vs Germany free to watch?+
Yes, if it airs on Telemundo over the air you can watch it free with an antenna. Universo (cable) and Peacock (streaming) are paid options that also carry it in Spanish.
What channel is the match on in Spanish?+
Telemundo or Universo on TV, and Peacock for streaming, all with Spanish-language commentary.
Where is Ecuador vs Germany played?+
At MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.
Who is favourite in Ecuador vs Germany?+
Group matches are tight; see the "what to expect" section above for the head-to-head context.
Diego Salcedo is a bilingual football writer based in Houston. He breaks down matches, tactics and the talking points of every World Cup matchday, following South American and European football closely for over a decade.
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