Matthäus advocates for Undav to start for Germany in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 3:41 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Lothar Matthäus has called for Deniz Undav to be included in Germany's starting lineup after his two goals off the bench in a recent World Cup match against Ivory Coast. The win, which included a stoppage-time goal, advanced Germany to the knockout stages. Coach Julian Nagelsmann remains undecided on Undav's starting status but acknowledged his strong impact as a substitute. Germany has secured top spot in Group E, making their upcoming match against Ecuador less critical, but Matthäus believes it is important for team morale and cohesion moving forward.
- •Undav scored twice against Ivory Coast to secure Germany's advancement.
- •Germany has already topped Group E ahead of the Ecuador match.
- •Matthäus argues for Undav's inclusion in the starting team.
- •Nagelsmann highlights the importance of Undav's impact off the bench.
- 3:41 PMYahoo Sports — Matthäus wants Undav in Germany's starting team
"Deniz Undav should now start for Germany at the World Cup after his match-winning double off the bench against Ivory Coast, the country's record appearance maker Lothar Matthäus said on Sunday. Undav turned the game around in Toronto, with his stoppage-time winner sending Germany to the knock-out stages for the first time since they lifted the trophy in 2014.
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