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Germany advances to World Cup knockout stage after comeback against Ivory Coast

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:23 AM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Germany advances to World Cup knockout stage after comeback against Ivory Coast
Summary

Germany secured a comeback victory against Ivory Coast on June 20, reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time since 2014. Coach Julian Nagelsmann emphasized that the team has higher ambitions beyond merely advancing. The match featured a dramatic finish with a second goal from substitute Deniz Undav. Despite the loss, Ivory Coast remains in a solid position to potentially qualify for the knockout rounds with a strong performance against Curacao next week. Franck Kessie had given Ivory Coast an early lead, but Germany’s relentless pressure turned the tide in the second half.

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  • •Germany came back to win against Ivory Coast on June 20
  • •Deniz Undav scored twice for Germany, securing the victory
  • •Ivory Coast needs a win over Curacao to advance
  • •Germany aims for deeper progress in the tournament
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  • 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Three things learned as Germany came from behind to beat Ivory Coast 2-1
  • 12:23 AMYahoo Sports — Nagelsmann says Germany has higher ambitions than advancing to knockout stage
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Coach Julian Nagelsmann was thrilled by Germany's comeback victory against Ivory Coast on Saturday, but stopped short of celebrating his side advancing to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time since 2014. But the Elephants remain in a strong position to advance and could book Ivory Coast's first ever ticket to the World Cup knockout with a decisive win over Curacao next week.

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Germany secured their place in the next stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast, but the performance raised several questions for Julian Nagelsmann despite the...

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