Deniz Undav stars as Germany top Ivory Coast in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 5:56 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Germany faced Ivory Coast in a crucial group match in the World Cup on June 20. After struggling early in the game, Deniz Undav came off the bench to score twice and drive Germany's comeback, securing their spot in the knockout stages. This marks a significant turnaround for a team that has faced criticism for its historical group stage exits. Undav, who has emerged as a key player after a strong season with Stuttgart, is now expected to take a prominent role moving forward. Germany aims to build on this momentum in the knockout rounds.
- •Deniz Undav scored twice to lead Germany's comeback.
- •Germany now secures top spot in Group E.
- •Team has not reached knockout stages in 12 years.
- •Undav's strong club season positioned him as a crucial player.
- •Germany aims to continue their success in upcoming matches.
- 5:56 AMYahoo Sports — Deniz Undav is Germany’s new World Cup hero
"His days on the bench are officially over.
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