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Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa declared June 26 an official holiday across the country after the national team's historic 2-1 victory over Germany in the 2026 World Cup. The success secured Ecuador's qualification to the knockout stage of the tournament for the first time in two decades.
Noboa, who watched the match from MetLife Stadium, made the announcement immediately after the match ended, thanking the players and technical staff for the achievement.
" Thank you to the players and the coach who, despite the criticism, insults and difficult times they went through, managed to recover and bring this great joy to the entire country. Today is a holiday! Long live Ecuador ," wrote President Daniel Noboa on social networks.
The victory sparked massive celebrations across the country, with the president's decision to declare a national holiday considered unprecedented. According to authorities, public institutions and educational centers suspended activity, giving citizens the opportunity to celebrate this sporting achievement.
This decree clearly shows that in Latin America, football is not just a game or a recreational activity, but a religion in its own right that guides the social and political life of the country. As the team prepares for the next direct elimination challenges in this World Cup, the Ecuadorian people have received “official permission” from the state to enjoy one of the proudest moments in their sporting history.
Ecuador mathematically secured passage to the round of 32 of the World Cup, ranking among the best third-place teams thanks to their success against Germany.
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