Germany rallies late to secure win over Ivory Coast in Group E
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 9:05 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Germany defeated the Ivory Coast 2-1 in a dramatic match on June 21, 2026, with Felix Nmecha providing the crucial assist for the winning goal in stoppage time. After falling behind to a goal from Franck Kessié in the 30th minute, Germany equalized through Deniz Undav in the 68th minute. The match saw a strong performance from Nmecha, who also played a pivotal role in the team's opener against Curaçao. Germany will next face Ecuador as they conclude the group stage, having already secured top spot in Group E following Ecuador's draw with Curaçao.
- •Germany falls behind to Kessié's goal in the 30th minute.
- •Deniz Undav equalizes in the 68th minute.
- •Felix Nmecha assists Undav's stoppage-time winner in the 90+4 minute.
- •Nico Schlotterbeck exits the match due to injury before halftime.
- •Germany will play Ecuador on June 22.
- 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Nmecha sets up the winning goal: Germany celebrate a last-minute victory over the Ivory Coast
"As in the 7-1 opening victory against Curaçao, the midfielder was in the German’s starting line-up and once again impressed with a strong performance in the centre of the park. Nmecha won numerous ...
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