Germany secures knockout stage with two World Cup wins under Nagelsmann

Julian Nagelsmann's Germany has qualified for the knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after two victories. The team opened with a dominant 7-1 win over Curaçao and followed it with a 2-1 comeback against Ivory Coast on June 20. Despite the perfect start, discussions around Nagelsmann's selections, particularly regarding Leroy Sané and Deniz Undav, persist. Fans are questioning Sané's starting role and advocating for Undav, who scored both goals in the second match. As critiques of Nagelsmann intensify, the team remains focused on its successful campaign.

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