Germany prepares for clash with Ivory Coast on Saturday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 10:14 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Germany faces Ivory Coast on Saturday at 22:00 CEST following a 7-1 win over Curaçao in their World Cup opener. Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer emphasized the importance of staying alert against Ivory Coast's attacking threats, which include Bundesliga players Yan Diomande and Bazoumana Touré. Neuer aims to secure qualification for the round of 32 with a game to spare. The team's current focus remains solely on the upcoming match, avoiding distractions from potential future opponents like France.
- •Germany thrashed Curaçao 7-1 in their opener.
- •Match against Ivory Coast scheduled for Saturday at 22:00 CEST.
- •Neuer highlights the pace of Ivory Coast's forwards.
- •Victory could secure Germany's qualification for the next round.
- 10:14 AMYahoo Sports — “We can’t switch off for a second” – Neuer warns Germany to stay alert against pacey Ivory Coast attack
"After thumping Curaçao 7-1 in their World Cup opener, Germany are targeting qualification for the round of 32 with a game to spare as they head into a clash with Ivory Coast on Saturday at 22:00 CEST...
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