FIFA World Cup 2026
Germany vs Ivory Coast is a Group E match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match takes place on Saturday 20 June and starts at 22:00 Netherlands time.
Match overview
Germany vs Ivory Coast is the second group-stage match for both teams in Group E. After the opening fixtures, this match could become important for qualification momentum, group position and possible knockout-stage planning.
Germany enter the tournament with one of the strongest World Cup records in football history. Ivory Coast return to the World Cup after last appearing in 2014 and bring one of Africa’s most recognisable football identities.
Group E
Germany are four-time men’s World Cup winners, with titles in 1954, 1974, 1990 and 2014. That history makes Germany one of the benchmark nations in tournament football.
Ivory Coast return to the World Cup after their previous appearance in 2014. The team brings physical strength, attacking quality and strong African football pedigree.
Group E also includes Curaçao and Ecuador. With the expanded World Cup format, every point can matter for direct progression or possible third-place qualification.
Why this match matters
Germany will expect to control the group stage, but matches against strong, physical opponents can quickly become uncomfortable if the favourite fails to take chances early.
Ivory Coast have the chance to make a major statement against one of Europe’s biggest football nations. A result here could completely change the shape of Group E.
Lineups and team news
The official starting lineups for Germany vs Ivory Coast will only be confirmed closer to kickoff. Any predicted lineups, injuries or tactical previews should be checked again on match day before being used.
For now, the stable information is the fixture itself: Germany vs Ivory Coast, Group E, Saturday 20 June, 22:00 Netherlands time.
Previous meeting
Germany and Ivory Coast have met before, with their previous meeting ending in a 2–2 friendly draw in 2009.
Germany’s World Cup history includes four titles and repeated deep tournament runs, creating high expectations in every group-stage match.
Ivory Coast last appeared at the World Cup in 2014. Their 2026 return gives the team a new chance to push beyond the group stage.
What to watch
Germany will likely aim to control possession, set the rhythm and create chances through midfield movement and attacking structure.
Ivory Coast may look to use physical duels, transition moments, wide attacks and set pieces to make the match difficult. If the game stays close, pressure can build quickly on the favourite.
Watch at Sherlock Pub
Sherlock Pub will show Germany vs Ivory Coast live in The Hague. For groups, reserving ahead is recommended.