Germany - Ivory Coast / 2026 FIFA World Cup

Follow the LIVE broadcast of the Germany vs. Ivory Coast match in Group E of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on ŠPORT.sk! The match, which you can also watch live on JOJ play, kicks off at 10:00 PM.

After a twelve-year wait, the Ivory Coast national football team has returned to the World Cup in grand style. Their shocking upset of Ecuador immediately gave them wings, but in the second round of Group E in Toronto, they face their toughest test yet. They'll be up against the German machine, which, under Julian Nagelsmann's leadership, is currently dismantling everything in its path. This clash of two undefeated teams promises a thrilling tactical and offensive spectacle.

The African representatives ended Ecuador's impressive 19-match unbeaten streak in their opening fixture, securing a narrow 1-0 victory. The "Elephants" have now extended their own winning run to four matches, with their valuable pre-tournament win over a strong France still fresh in fans' minds. Team morale remains high despite significant commotion surrounding striker Elye Wahi. His arrival in Canada was complicated by serious visa issues due to an alleged criminal investigation, but he will ultimately be available to the coaching staff.

However, the biggest threat to the European favorites will come from elsewhere. The German defense must pay particular attention to the agile Amad Diallo, who decided the first match, and the just 19-year-old Yan Diomandé. This mega-talent truly impressed experts in the opening game with his dominance in individual duels and the high number of chances he created.

Nevertheless, Germany arrives in Toronto as clear favorites, a status they underscored with a brutal 7-1 demolition of Curaçao in the first round. Nagelsmann's squad is on a fantastic run of ten consecutive victories across all competitions. The central figure of the German attack is the highly productive Kai Havertz, but defensive statistics are causing headaches for the coaching staff.

While the legendary Manuel Neuer is rewriting national history in Canada as the oldest German footballer at a major tournament, the 40-year-old goalkeeper also faces an unwelcome statistic. He has failed to keep a clean sheet in seven consecutive World Cup matches.

This very weakness opens the door for the quick-footed African attackers, who can instantly punish any opponent's mistake in transition. On the other hand, the German midfield is expected to dictate the pace of the game and maintain possession thanks to its creative superiority.