Germany vs. Ivory Coast projected lineups, starting 11 for World Cup 2026 Group E game in Toronto

Germany and the Ivory Coast each enjoyed contrasting winning starts at the 2026 World Cup.

Die Mannschaft were given a brief scare when Livano Comenencia claimed a slice of World Cup history for Group E minnows Curacao by netting an equaliser in Houston.

But Julian Nagelsmann's team responded in merciless fashion, Arsenal forward Kai Havertz rounding off a 7-1 win with his second of the match.

Ivory Coast's game against Ecuador remained on a knife-edge until Manchester United star Amad Diallo came off the bench to net a wonderful late winner.

Victory for either side could all but seal top spot and a knockout-stage encounter against one of the best third-place finishers.

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Germany projected starting 11

(4-2-3-1, right to left): 1. M. Neuer (GK) — 6. J. Kimmich, 4. J. Tah, 15. N. Schlotterbeck, 18. N. Brown — 5. A. Pavlovic, 23. F. Nmecha — 19. L. Sane, 10. J. Musiala, 17. F. Wirtz — 7. K. Havertz

• Injured: None 
• Suspended: None 

Deniz Undav came off the bench against Curacao to score, extending his superb international record to seven goals in 10 internationals, and the Stuttgart forward is pushing for a start.

However, the four-pronged attack of Leroy Sane. Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz and Florian Wirtz are likely to remain intact.

Germany came through their opening match with no injury concerns and Nagelsmann could name an unchanged side.

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Ivory Coast projected starting 11

(4-4-2 right to left): Y. Fofana (GK) — 17. G. Doue, 5. W. Singo, E. Agbadou, 3. Konan — 15. Amad, 8. F. Kessie, 6. S. Fofana, 11. Y. Diomande — 9. A-Y. Bonny, 24. B. Toure

• Injured: None 
• Suspended: None

Amad Diallo's absence from the starting lineup against Ecuador was a pre-match talking point, and his decisive contribution means he can expect to be in from kickoff this time around.

Nicolas Pepe is most likely to make way, with rising star Yan Diomande switching flanks.

Elye Wahi has been allowed into Canada following initial visa complications following his alleged involvement in match-fixing. The Eintracht Frankfurt striker might still drop out of the starting lineup in the circumstances, with Ange-Yoan Bonny a possible beneficiary.

MORE: Elye Wahi arrest details: What to know about Ivory Coast player allegedly involved in match fixing

Germany vs. Ivory Coast predictions, betting odds

This should be a keenly contested affair, and Germany might even have to come from behind before pulling clear down the stretch. 

• Score prediction: Germany 3-1 Ivory Coast.

Germany vs. Ivory Coast World Cup rosters

Here are the names on Germany and the Ivory Coast's World Cup rosters. All caps and stats are correct as of the date of their announcement in May 2026.

Germany World Cup roster

Head coach: Julian Nagelsmann

Ivory Coast World Cup squad

Head coach: Emerse Fae

Where to watch Germany vs. Ivory Coast

• TV channel: Fox
• Live stream: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app/website

This match will be broadcast nationally on Fox in the United States with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.

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