World Cup: Germany 2-1 Ivory Coast – Undav fires Germans into last 32

Germany booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage after substitute Deniz Undav scored twice in a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Ivory Coast in Toronto.
The four-time world champions fell behind in the 30th minute when Ivory Coast captain Franck Kessie converted from close range after Germany failed to clear their lines.
Germany dominated possession and created several chances but were frustrated by two disallowed goals before head coach Julian Nagelsmann turned to his bench in search of a breakthrough.
The changes proved decisive. Undav levelled in the 68th minute, finishing calmly from Nadiem Amiri’s delivery to bring Germany back into the contest.
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