Group E standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Germany | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Ecuador | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Côte d'Ivoire | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  Curaçao | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What each team needs
Ecuador
With one match played, Ecuador needs a result here to stay in contention for the knockout rounds.
Curaçao
An opening win over Ecuador would be a major statement and strengthen Curaçao's chances of progressing.
Team comparison
| Stat | Ecuador | Curaçao |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 28 | 87 |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup Appearances | 5 | 1 |
| Best WC Finish | Round of 16 (2006) | Debut (2026) |
| Manager | Sebastián Beccacece | Dick Advocaat |
| How They Qualified | CONMEBOL — 2nd place (29 pts) | CONCACAF — Nations League path |
| 2022 World Cup | Group stage — eliminated | Did not qualify |
| Captain | Enner Valencia | TBC |
Prediction
Ecuador 2 — 1 Curaçao
Based on FIFA rankings and recent form. Ecuador (ranked 28th) enters as the slight favourite.
Match facts
Ecuador have appeared at 5 World Cups. Curaçao have appeared at 1.
Ecuador are ranked 28th in the world. Curaçao are ranked 87th.
Curaçao will be making their World Cup debut in 2026.
This match takes place at Arrowhead Stadium, which is one of the 16 World Cup 2026 venues.
How to watch
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX / FOX Sports App |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo / Peacock |
| UK | BBC / ITV (TBC) |
| Worldwide | FIFA+ (select territories) |
Venue
Arrowhead Stadium · Kansas City · Capacity: 67,513
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