In a gripping encounter at the World Cup 2026, Germany emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast, thanks to the impressive performance of Deniz Undav. The match, held in Toronto on June 20, saw Undav score both goals for Germany, helping his team secure a spot in the knockout stage with one game to spare.

Germany started the match with a familiar strategy, dominating possession early on. Kai Havertz had a chance to score just 12 seconds into the game, but his shot went over the crossbar. Despite their efforts, Germany faced a formidable challenge from Ivory Coast's goalkeeper, Yahia Fofana, who made crucial saves to deny them.

The turning point came in the 30th minute when Ivory Coast's Franck Kessie opened the scoring after a swift counter-attack. This goal shifted the momentum, as Ivory Coast began to play with increased confidence, putting pressure on the German defense.

Germany's attempts to equalize were thwarted by two disallowed goals in the first half. However, coach Julian Nagelsmann made effective changes in the second half, bringing on Undav and others to turn the tide.

In the 68th minute, Undav scored the equalizer with a well-placed volley after a precise cross from Nadiem Amiri. The match intensified as both teams sought to secure the win, but it was Undav who struck again in the 94th minute, sealing the victory for Germany with a close-range shot.

Undav's remarkable performance has made him a standout player in the tournament, as he has now contributed to five goals in just 56 minutes of play across two matches. With this win, Germany looks ahead to their final group stage match against Ecuador, while Ivory Coast will face Curacao.