Leroy Sane Sets Record with Lightning-Fast Goal in FIFA World Cup Match

In a remarkable display of skill, Leroy Sane scored the second-fastest goal in FIFA World Cup history just 1 minute and 49 seconds into the match against Ecuador. This thrilling encounter saw Germany take an early lead, only to be challenged by Ecuador's swift equalizer. The match unfolded with intense moments, including a controversial VAR decision and a stunning goal from Gonzalo Plata that ultimately put Ecuador ahead. Discover the details of this exciting match and Sane's record-setting goal.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 26, 2026, 03:54 IST

Historic Goal by Leroy Sane

In a thrilling encounter on June 25, 2026, German midfielder Leroy Sane made history by scoring the second-quickest goal in FIFA World Cup history, finding the net just 1 minute and 49 seconds into the match against Ecuador. This remarkable feat, noted by OptaJoe, places Sane's goal just behind Ernst Lehner's record, who scored in the opening minute against Austria in 1934.

Germany kicked off the match with an impressive start, as Sane converted a pass from Florian Wirtz with precision. Positioned centrally in the box, he skillfully slotted the ball past Ecuador's goalkeeper Hernan Galindez into the bottom-left corner.

Ecuador quickly contested the goal, claiming a foul had occurred in the buildup when Germany's Aleksandar Pavlovic made contact with Pedro Vite's head. However, after a VAR review, the referee confirmed the goal, leading to a contentious beginning for the match in New Jersey.

Ecuador responded promptly, with Nilson Angulo equalizing in the ninth minute. Angulo struck from distance, sending a low shot through a defender's legs, leaving German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer with no chance.

As the match progressed, Ecuador stunned Germany by taking the lead in the 77th minute when Gonzalo Plata capitalized on a corner, beating Neuer to the ball and scoring after a flick-on at the near post.