Germany tops Group E after victory against Ivory Coast in World Cup

On June 21, 2026, Germany secured a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in Toronto during their second Group E match of the FIFA World Cup. The German team, celebrating its 11th consecutive win, scored a late goal from Deniz Undav, ensuring their advancement to the knockout stages for the first time since 2014. The match outcome confirmed Germany's position at the top of Group E with six points, making it impossible for Ecuador or Curaçao, both with one point, to surpass them. Ecuador and Curaçao ended in a 0-0 draw in their match, allowing Ecuador to earn their first World Cup point. With one match remaining, Germany's next game against Ecuador holds no significance for their standing in the group.

• 2:35 AMYahoo Sports — Breaking: Germany wins World Cup Group E