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Kai Havertz embraces competition from Deniz Undav ahead of Ecuador match

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Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Kai Havertz embraces competition from Deniz Undav ahead of Ecuador match

Summary

Ahead of Germany's final group fixture against Ecuador on Thursday in New Jersey, Arsenal forward Kai Havertz welcomes the contributions of teammate Deniz Undav. Undav has scored three goals in two appearances off the bench at the World Cup, drawing praise from Havertz, who sees no rivalry for a starting spot. Germany has already secured advancement to the Round of 32 as Group E winners. Coach Julian Nagelsmann may decide to rotate his squad in the upcoming match. Havertz, showing confidence in their potential partnership, mentioned they could effectively play together on the field.

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By the Numbers

•Germany qualified for the Round of 32 as Group E winners.
•Havertz scored a brace in Germany's 7-1 win over Curaçao.
•Undav provided a key winning goal against the Ivory Coast.
•Nagelsmann may rotate the squad for the match against Ecuador.
•Havertz aims to contribute as a supportive leader on the team.

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12:11 PMYahoo Sports — Germany's World Cup 'ghost' Kai Havertz welcomes Undav competition

What they're saying

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Arsenal forward Kai Havertz does not see supersub Deniz Undav as a rival for his place in Germany's World Cup starting line-up. "I really appreciate him being here," Havertz said of Stuttgart striker Undav, who has three goals in two appearances off the bench at the tournament.
— Yahoo Sports

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