The BBC has partnered with the Sidemen to host a live World Cup watchalong for the crucial Germany versus Ecuador match on Thursday, June 25. The watchalong will be available to stream for free on the BBC Sport website, BBC iPlayer, and the BBC Sport app, as well as on the Sidemen YouTube channel and BBC Sport YouTube channel.
Match Details and Kick-Off Time
The highly anticipated Group E finale between Ecuador and Germany is scheduled for Thursday, June 25, with kick-off at 9pm BST. The match will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA.
How to Watch in the UK
UK viewers can watch the main match broadcast live on television, with coverage starting at 9pm. The Sidemen World Cup watchalong will be streamed live for free on the BBC Sport website, BBC iPlayer, and the BBC Sport app. Additionally, the watchalong will be available on YouTube via the official Sidemen channel or the BBC Sport channel.
US Broadcast Information
American viewers can watch the match on FOX or the FOX Sports app for English-language coverage, or on Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock for Spanish-language options.
UK Radio Coverage
Audio commentary will be broadcast on BBC Radio 5 Live and streamed via the BBC Sounds app.
Team News: Germany
Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann faces defensive issues after centre-back Nico Schlotterbeck was ruled out for the tournament with a severe medial ligament ankle injury. Left-back Nathaniel Brown is doubtful due to a muscular problem.
Team News: Ecuador
Ecuador has no injury concerns or suspensions following their 0-0 draw against Curaçao. Manager Sebastian Beccacece has a fully fit squad, with captain Enner Valencia and midfielder Moisés Caicedo cleared to start.
Head-to-Head Record
Germany have won two of their prior competitive encounters against Ecuador, with the other match ending in a draw.
