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Germany secures top spot in World Cup group after win over Ivory Coast

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Germany secures top spot in World Cup group after win over Ivory Coast

Summary

Germany has secured the top position in their World Cup group following Deniz Undav's stoppage-time goal against the Ivory Coast. This victory marks the first time since 2014 that Germany advances past the Group Stage in the World Cup, having previously failed to do so in 2018 and 2022. As group winners, Germany awaits their opponent in the Round of 32, likely facing one of the best third-placed teams, with a potential matchup against Scotland dependent on their upcoming game against Brazil. Germany has one more match against Ecuador pending.

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By the Numbers

•Germany tops their World Cup group after winning against Ivory Coast.
•Deniz Undav scored the decisive goal late in the match.
•This is Germany's first Group Stage advancement since 2014.
•Germany's next match is against Ecuador, with knockout match imminent.
•Scotland could be a potential opponent in the Round of 32.

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Following Deniz Undav’s stoppage-time winner against the Ivory Coast, Germany have secured top spot in their World Cup group with one game to spare. Remarkably, this is the first time since 2014 tha...
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