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Nagelsmann reports grim injury update on Schlotterbeck after Germany's win

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Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Nagelsmann reports grim injury update on Schlotterbeck after Germany's win
Summary

Germany secured a 2-1 victory over Côte d’Ivoire in the World Cup, but suffered an injury setback when Nico Schlotterbeck left the match at halftime. Coach Julian Nagelsmann expressed concern about Schlotterbeck's condition after he experienced discomfort, revealing that the player has a medial ligament issue. An MRI is scheduled for further assessment of the injury. Schlotterbeck had been a key part of the team’s defense, starting in both of Germany’s opening matches. He was replaced by Antonio Rüdiger at the break of the most recent game.

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  • •Nico Schlotterbeck injured during Germany's World Cup match against Côte d’Ivoire
  • •Schlotterbeck was replaced by Antonio Rüdiger at halftime
  • •Julian Nagelsmann indicates a medial ligament issue
  • •MRI scheduled for further evaluation of the injury
  • •Germany won the match 2-1
Latest Updates
  • 11:33 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Reports: World Cup blow or lucky escape, Schlotterbeck latest
  • 11:28 AMYahoo Sports — Nico Schlotterbeck set to miss rest of World Cup for Germany
  • 5:51 PMYahoo Sports — UPDATE: How bad is Schlotterbeck's injury?
  • 12:34 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Germany on alert! Schlotterbeck’s World Cup could be over
  • 10:56 PMYahoo Sports — 'It doesn't look too good' - Germany worry about Schlotterbeck's knee
  • 10:45 PMYahoo Sports — "Not looking good" – Nagelsmann gives injury update on Schlotterbeck
What they're saying
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A knee injury to Germany centre back Nico Schlotterbeck took the shine off their qualification for the World Cup last 32 on Saturday. The Borussia Dortmund player was hurt early on in the 2-1 comeback win over Ivory Coast.

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Nico Schlotterbeck injured his ankle in the second group match against Ivory Coast and had to be substituted at half-time. After the 2-1 win, Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann said that there was �...

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While Germany's dramatic late win over Ivory Coast sparked scenes of celebration among fans and players alike, there was also a major cause for concern: Defender Nico Schlotterbeck was forced off at h...

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