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Nico Schlotterbeck exits match due to injury as Germany trails 1-0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 9:24 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Nico Schlotterbeck exits match due to injury as Germany trails 1-0
Summary

Nico Schlotterbeck was forced to leave the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D'Ivoire on June 20, 2026, after sustaining an injury in the first half. The German national team's defense has been under pressure from the Ivory Coast attack as they struggle to find a rhythm offensively. Schlotterbeck’s replacement at halftime was Antonio Rüdiger, who will aim to stabilize the backline. The match is ongoing with Germany currently trailing.

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  • •Schlotterbeck received medical attention during the first half.
  • •Germany trails Cote D'Ivoire 1-0 in the ongoing match.
  • •Antonio Rüdiger replaced Schlotterbeck at halftime.
  • •Germany's offense struggled to create scoring opportunities.
  • •The match is being held at Toronto Stadium.
Latest Updates
  • 12:36 PMYahoo Sports — What happened to Nico Schlotterbeck? Why Germany injury ruins World Cup for defender, and can't be replaced
  • 9:24 PMYahoo Sports — Nico Schlotterbeck leaves with injury as Germany trails 1-0
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