Undav remains a super-sub for Germany ahead of Ecuador match

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 7:01 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Undav remains a super-sub for Germany ahead of Ecuador match
Summary

Deniz Undav will start on the bench for Germany in their final World Cup group-stage match against Ecuador at MetLife Stadium. Despite contributing three goals and two assists in the first two matches, head coach Julian Nagelsmann has opted for continuity with his starting lineup. Undav expressed his willingness to contribute in any capacity to ensure the team wins, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. The game is expected to attract significant German support in the 82,000-seat stadium.

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  • Germany faces Ecuador at MetLife Stadium today
  • Undav scored three goals off the bench previously
  • Nagelsmann sticks with the starting XI despite Undav's performance
  • Antonio Rüdiger and David Raum will replace injured teammates
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  • 7:01 AMYahoo Sports“I just try to contribute” – Undav reflects on super-sub role
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After Deniz Undav racked up three goals and two assists off the bench in Germany’s first two World Cup games, German media suggested he was in line for a start in the final group-stage match against...

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