Get our Germany vs Ivory Coast prediction, predicted lineups, and betting tips. Find the best odds and bet builder picks for Saturday's World Cup clash.
Germany vs Ivory Coast Match Summary
Competition | World Cup 2026 |
|---|---|
Match Date | Saturday 20 June 2026 |
Match Time | 21:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Toronto, Toronto Stadium |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | ITV 1, RTE 2 |
Germany and Ivory Coast clash in a pivotal Group E World Cup fixture in Toronto on Saturday evening, with both sides looking to seal their place in the knockout rounds.
Germany arrive on a 10-game winning streak, having hammered Curaçao 7-1 in their tournament opener to set the early pace in the group.
The reigning AFCON champions edged past Ecuador 1-0 thanks to a dramatic 90th-minute winner from Amad Diallo, and they carry a five-game winning run into this contest.
These two have met only twice before, drawing on both occasions, including a 0-0 stalemate in March. This is their first competitive meeting.
Germany vs Ivory Coast Form
Germany have won six of their last 10 matches, though that run includes defeats to France, Portugal, and Slovakia. Their recent form has been devastating, with the 7-1 demolition of Curaçao extending a current streak of six consecutive victories. Kai Havertz grabbed a brace in that opener, while Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala continue to pull the strings in attack.
Ivory Coast have won seven of their last 10 outings and arrive in solid shape. The 1-0 win over Ecuador was a stubborn, well-organised display capped by Amad Diallo's late heroics. Franck Kessié and Seko Fofana provide the engine room, while their back line has kept clean sheets in each of their last two fixtures.
Germany vs Ivory Coast Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Germany: No reported injuries or suspensions.
Ivory Coast: E. Ndicka (Injured/doubtful).
Germany
Deniz Undav could be called into the starting XI after impressing from the bench against Curaçao. He would replace Leroy Sane, with Kai Havertz moving into a deeper role and Jamal Musiala shifting to the right side of the attack.
Ivory Coast
Centre-back Evan Ndicka missed the group opener with a hamstring problem and remains doubtful. Amad Diallo scored the winner from the bench against Ecuador and should start here, with Bazoumana Toure expected to drop to the bench.
Germany vs Ivory Coast Predicted Lineup
Germany
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: M. Neuer; N. Brown, N. Schlotterbeck, J. Tah, J. Kimmich; A. Pavlovic, F. Nmecha; F. Wirtz, K. Havertz, J. Musiala; D. Undav
Ivory Coast
Formation: 4-4-2
Predicted Starting Lineup: Y. Fofana; G. Konan, E. Agbadou, W. Singo, G. Doué; A. Diallo, S. Fofana, F. Kessie, Y. Diomande; N. Pépé, E. Wahi
Germany vs Ivory Coast Key Stats & Match Facts
Germany have won six consecutive matches heading into this fixture, including a 7-1 rout of Curaçao in their World Cup opener.
Ivory Coast are on a five-game winning streak and kept clean sheets in their last two outings before this match.
Both previous meetings between these sides ended in draws, a 2-2 in 2009 and a 0-0 in March 2026.
Germany dominated possession with 65% and fired 26 shots in their opener, while Ivory Coast managed 15 shots with 48% of the ball against Ecuador.
Ivory Coast picked up three first-half yellow cards against Ecuador, highlighting their physical and direct defensive approach.
Germany vs Ivory Coast Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Germany 2-1 Ivory Coast. Germany carry far too much attacking firepower across the front line, and with six straight wins behind them, this is a side playing with real confidence and rhythm. Ivory Coast have the quality in transition to find the net through the likes of Amad Diallo, but a controlled German victory looks the most likely outcome. Expect a professional win with a nervy moment or two along the way.
Best Bets
Germany to win at 4/7 (AK Bets). Germany have won their last six matches on the spin and have the firepower across the front line to trouble any defence. With Havertz, Wirtz, and Musiala all in sparkling form, the Elephants face a tall order to contain this attack.
Over 2.5 Goals at 4/6 (Unibet). Germany put seven past Curaçao and are unlikely to take their foot off the pedal here. Ivory Coast showed against Ecuador that they carry a genuine goal threat of their own, making goals from both ends a real possibility in this fixture.
Germany vs Ivory Coast Bet Builder
Our three-leg bet builder combines Amad Diallo Over 0.5 Shots on Target, Deniz Undav Over 0.5 Shots on Target, and Jamal Musiala to Score or Assist, backing attacking players on both sides to make a decisive impact.
Amad Diallo Over 0.5 Shots on Target appeals given the winger's recent form and growing importance to Ivory Coast. Amad is often the focal point of the Elephants' attacking play and possesses the pace and directness to test the goalkeeper at least once.
Deniz Undav Over 0.5 Shots on Target has become a popular player prop thanks to his clinical finishing and intelligent movement in the box. The Germany forward regularly finds himself on the end of chances and only needs one effort on target to land this selection.
Jamal Musiala to Score or Assist completes the bet builder. The Bayern Munich star remains one of the most exciting attacking talents in world football and is Germany's chief creator between the lines. Whether through his dribbling, vision or finishing ability, Musiala is capable of producing a match-defining moment and looks well placed to register a goal contribution.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 13/2 and is as short as 15/4 elsewhere.
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