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Ecuador meet Curaçao at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday, June 20, 2026, match 35 of the tournament and the pivot of the group — by now both sides know exactly what a win is worth. Group E sends its top two through automatically, with the eight best third-placed teams across all twelve groups also advancing — so neither side can afford a flat ninety minutes.

Kansas City provides the stage — holds a Guinness World Record for the loudest roar at an outdoor stadium — a genuine atmosphere weapon. Kickoff is 19:00 stadium time (CDT); fans of Ecuador and Curaçao can check the exact hour back home in the times panel below.