NED vs ECU FIFA World Cup 2022 match highlights: Qatar are OUT as Netherlands, Ecuador play out a 1-1 draw in Group A
NED vs ECU Highlights: Check latest updates, score, commentary of NED vs ECU match at FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.
The Netherlands will face Ecuador in their second World Cup match on Friday at the Khalifa International Stadium.
Since being knocked out of Euro 2020 in the round of 16, Louis van Gaal's team has gone unbeaten, and their latest win against Senegal on matchday one confirms that the Dutch remain a formidable force to be reckoned with in Qatar.
Ecuador had it easy against hosts Qatar, but they cannot rest on their laurels and must put their best foot forward if they are to win again. The Maroons put little strain on their defense, but playing the likes of Cody Gakpo and a fit Memphis Depay will be a different story entirely.
The Netherlands vs Ecuador match will be telecast and livestreamed all around the world under the FIFA World Cup 2022 program schedule. It will be available exclusively on particular channels and OTT broadcasters in different countries.
In India, fans can watch it live on the Sports18 Network and Jio cinema app.
Here's the highlights and scorecard from the Netherlands vs Ecuador, FIFA World Cup 2022 match:
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NED vs ECU Highlights: Check latest updates, score, commentary of NED vs ECU match at FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.
Netherlands vs Ecuador match update LIVE: Full Time!
It's all over now! In their Group A match, the Netherlands and Ecuador draw 1-1. Hosts Qatar has been eliminated.
NED 1-1 ECU
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93 mins: Rodriguez appears to be a threat, forcing Ake to slide the ball into touch by his own corner flag.
NED 1-1 ECU
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86 mins: The Netherlands has an opportunity to flood the box with a deep free kick but it fails to beat the first man.
NED 1-1 ECU
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83 mins: Depay turns his man and bursts towards the final third, but Torres closes the gap by lumping the ball clear.
From the Netherlands, everything is a little slow and predictable.
NED 1-1 ECU
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71 mins: Estupinan wins a foul off Gakpo in his own half, but Ecuador merely throws it back to Noppert.
Another excellent performance from the Brighton man so far; they must have a really good left-back scout!
NED 1-1 ECU
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65 mins: After good work by Klaassen and Gakpo, Koopmeiners misses from 20 yards. That one appeared to have slipped off his ankle. NED 1-1 ECU
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59 mins: Preciado performs a stepover on the right and crosses for Valencia, who is denied by an excellent block.
It's Plata's turn, and he unleashes a wonderful strike that hits the underside of the crossbar and rebounds away!
NED 1-1 ECU
Netherlands vs Ecuador match update LIVE: YELLOW CARD!
57 mins: Jhegson Mendez has been booked for a challenge on Memphis Depay. Mendez will miss Ecuador's next match due to his second yellow card of the competition.
NED 1-1 ECU
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55 mins: Ecuador has been in complete control of the game from the halfway point of the first half. They now have eight shots on goal, three of which are on target. The Netherlands has only had one shot on goal so far.
NED 1-1 ECU
Netherlands vs Ecuador match update LIVE: GOAL!
49 mins: Valencia levels the score with a tap-in. Noppert spills an Estupián shot, but it goes straight to Ecuador's captain, who can't miss.
NED 1-1 ECU
Netherlands vs Ecuador match update LIVE: HALF TIME!
48 mins: Estupinan wheels away as the corner is drilled back into the box and takes a touch into the net.
However, the flag is raised because Porozo is deemed to have impeded the goalkeeper's view from an offside position.
NED 1-0 ECU
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40 mins: In the closing five minutes of the half, Valencia and Dumfries are squabbling off the ball.
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36 mins: This tournament has taught not to rest on a one-goal advantage like Germany, Argentina, or Portugal, who had a scare last night.
Since Gakpo's strike, Netherlands have just not been able to maintain prolonged pressure.
Netherlands vs Ecuador match update LIVE: SAVE!
33 mins: Valencia scoops up a great crossfield pass, turns to his right, and shoots early, causing Noppert to parry clear down low to his right.
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27 mins: Valencia's work down the left results in a delicate flick across goal by Estrada, but it fails to fall at a teammate's foot, and Ecuador is forced to settle for a corner.
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22 mins: The Netherlands appear to be managing this game wisely, retaining the ball calmly and attempting to pull Ecuador out. That early goal provided them with the assurance they needed in their first game against Senegal.
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19 mins: The game has slowed slightly, with neither side creating a clear chance on goal.
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18 mins: Although there is still a long way to go, the Dutch would qualify for the last-16 if England's Group B met the top two from this group.
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15 mins: Ecuador have gained possession and are retaining it in the Dutch half, which is a start.
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11 mins: Ecuador puts the ball into the area, and a bouncing half-volley at the far post creates concern for the Netherlands, who clear it.
Netherlands vs Ecuador match update LIVE: GOAL!
6 mins: Cody Gakpo scores early for Netherlands
Netherlands vs Ecuador match update LIVE: KICK OFF!
The referee blows the magic whistle, and Ecuador is off and rolling.
Netherlands vs Ecuador match update LIVE: Starting XI for ECU
Galindez; Preciado, Torres, Hincapie, Porozo, Estupinan; Mendez, Caicedo; Plata, Valencia, Estrada
Netherlands vs Ecuador match update LIVE: Starting XI for NED
Noppert; Timber, Van Dijk, Ake; Dumfries, Klaassen, Koopmeiners, De Jong, Blind; Bergwijn, Gakpo