Germany and Ivory Coast preview match at World Cup Group E on Saturday

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Germany and Ivory Coast preview match at World Cup Group E on Saturday
Summary

Germany faces Ivory Coast at BMO Field in Toronto, Canada, on Saturday at 22:00 CEST. Germany opened their World Cup campaign with a 7-1 win over Curaçao, while Ivory Coast secured a 1-0 victory against Ecuador. Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann may consider starting Deniz Undav in place of Leroy Sané after Undav’s impactful performance in the opener. The two teams previously met in 2009, ending in a 2-2 draw. Both squads are looking to solidify their positions in the group standings.

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  • Match scheduled for Saturday at 22:00 CEST in Toronto.
  • Germany won their opener 7-1 against Curaçao.
  • Ivory Coast defeated Ecuador 1-0 in their first match.
  • Deniz Undav may replace Leroy Sané in Germany's lineup.
  • Germany and Ivory Coast previously drew 2-2 in 2009.
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It's first against second in the World Cup's Group E on Saturday night as Germany and Ivory Coast lock horns at BMO Field in Toronto, Canada at 22:00 CEST.After dismantling minnows Curaçao 7-1 in the...

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