Germany vs Ivory Coast LIVE: Julian Nagelsmann’s side seek to impress again and reach knockout rounds

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·20 June 2026

Germany vs Ivory Coast LIVE: Julian Nagelsmann’s side seek to impress again and reach knockout rounds

Germany will look to secure their place in the round of 32 by beating Ivory Coast in the second of their Group E matches this evening. Julian Nagelsmann’s side sit top of the table after an impressive 7-1 victory over World Cup 2026 debutants Curacao. Kai Havertz scored twice with goals also coming from Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown and Deniz Undav.

They face sterner opposition tonight in Africa’s Ivory Coast who themselves can earn a place in the knockout rounds should they triumph over the Germans. Ivory Coast also picked up three points in their opening game but it was a hard-fought match against Ecuador which saw Manchester United’s Amad Diallo score the decisive goal in the 90th minute.

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Ivory Coast face Curacao in their final group game so there is less pressure on them to secure a win but they will want to test themselves against one of Europe’s strong sides.