German fans swarm Times Square ahead of Ecuador clash

In a few hours, the German national team will face Ecuador in their third group match, while hundreds of DFB supporters have taken over New York’s Times Square for a fan festival. The gathering, under the “all in white” motto, saw fans chant and spread World Cup fever. Fans sang beneath the square’s world‑famous video screens, amplifying the atmosphere with familiar chants. The screens displayed the German flag alongside the crowd’s white apparel. '' reports a new version of the crowd‑rousing Humba chant being performed by the supporters. The chant added a fresh twist to the traditional fan song.

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The crowd also loudly belted out the chant “Undav, Undav, Undav Täterä.” The phrase echoed across the plaza, reinforcing the festive mood. Photographs of the event were captured by Timothy A. Clary of AFP. His images show the sea of white shirts and the vibrant energy of the gathering.

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Germany have already secured qualification for the round of 32 as group winners after victories over Curaçao and Ivory Coast. Those two wins guarantee their progression regardless of the upcoming match. Their opponent in the knockout stage has not yet been decided. The draw will determine which team they will face after the group phase.