Germany and Ivory Coast will battle for top spot in Group E when they meet in the second round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 4:00 AM (GMT+8) at BMO Field in Toronto.
Both nations began their World Cup campaigns with victories and currently sit level on three points, setting up a crucial encounter that could have a major impact on the race for qualification to the knockout stage.
The match also carries historical significance, as the only previous meeting between Germany and Ivory Coast ended in a 2-2 draw during an international friendly in November 2009.
Germany Looking to Maintain Winning Momentum
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann is expected to field a strong lineup as his side aims to secure a second consecutive victory in the tournament.
One player who could be handed a starting role is Deniz Undav, who has enjoyed an impressive run of form for the national team. The forward scored a goal and provided an assist in Germany’s previous match against Curaçao, continuing his excellent recent performances.
Undav has now contributed 11 goal involvements in his last 10 appearances for Germany, registering seven goals and four assists during that period. His ability to create and finish chances could make him a key figure against the Ivory Coast defense.
Germany’s attack is expected to be led by Leroy Sané, Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz, and Kai Havertz, giving Nagelsmann a combination of pace, creativity, and finishing quality in the final third.
Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is likely to start in goal, while Joshua Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, Nico Schlotterbeck, and Nathaniel Brown are expected to form the defensive unit.
Ivory Coast Ready for Tough Test
Ivory Coast will enter the match full of confidence after their opening victory and will be eager to challenge one of Europe’s strongest teams.
Forward Elye Wahi is expected to be available after receiving clearance to travel, providing an important boost to Ivory Coast’s attacking options.
Head coach Emerse Faé also has several attacking talents competing for starting positions, including Ange-Yoan Bonny, Oumar Diakité, Evann Guessand, and Bazoumana Touré.
With a blend of athleticism, pace, and physical strength, Ivory Coast will look to trouble Germany on the counterattack and capitalize on any defensive mistakes.
Predicted Lineup
Germany: Neuer; Kimmich, Tah, Schlotterbeck, Brown; Pavlovic, Nmecha; Sané, Musiala, Wirtz; Havertz
Ivory Coast: Y. Fofana; Doué, Singo, Agbadou, Konan; Diallo, Kessié, S. Fofana, Diomandé; Bonny, Touré
Germany vs Ivory Coast Score Prediction
Germany possess one of the most talented squads in the tournament and have shown strong attacking quality in recent matches. While Ivory Coast have the pace and physicality to create problems, Germany’s experience and depth could prove decisive over 90 minutes.
Predicted Score: Germany 3-1 Ivory Coast
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