Germany experiments with tactical formations ahead of Ivory Coast match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Germany is preparing for its next World Cup match against Ivory Coast on Saturday. During training, coach Julian Nagelsmann has been testing various tactical formations, shifting from a 4-2-3-1 to a 5-4-1 setup and also a 4-2-2-2 structure. These adjustments aim to enhance defensive flexibility against Ivory Coast's fast attack, featuring players like Yan Diomande and Bazoumana Touré. The match will take place at Toronto Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 22:00 CEST.
- •Germany trains for World Cup match against Ivory Coast on Saturday.
- •Nagelsmann adjusts formations to enhance defensive capabilities.
- •Match kicks off at Toronto Stadium at 22:00 CEST.
- •Focus on containing Ivory Coast's pacey attackers.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Nagelsmann tests system shifts as Germany prepare for Ivory Coast test
"Preparing for their second World Cup clash against Ivory Coast on Saturday, Germany have been experimenting with tactical system variations in training, according to Bild.In one drill, the usual 4-2-3...
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