CDM 2026: Germany comes from behind to defeat Ivory Coast (2 - 1) and advances to the round of 16

20.06.26 FT World Cup

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Trailing for much of the match, Germany turned the tables on Ivory Coast in the dying moments thanks to a brace from Deniz Undav, booking their ticket to the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.

Germany officially secured their spot in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup after a dramatic comeback win over Ivory Coast (2-1) on matchday two of Group E. The Mannschaft, pushed to their limits by a courageous Elephants squad, ultimately relied on their super-sub Deniz Undav, who delivered a decisive double.

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Trailing at halftime after Franck Kessié opened the scoring in the 30th minute, Julian Nagelsmann's men dominated proceedings but failed to capitalize on their chances. However, the German coach's substitutions turned the match around with the introductions of Undav and Nadiem Amiri on the hour mark.

The turning point came in the 68th minute when Amiri's pinpoint cross allowed Undav to equalize. Despite several key saves from Yahia Fofana and determined Ivorian resistance, the German striker ultimately clinched victory in stoppage time (90+4), sending Germany through to the next round of the World Cup.

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