World Cup 2026: How Germany clinched Group E and what scenarios remain

Germany clinched a spot in the knockout round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Ivory Coast, with Deniz Undav scoring a stoppage-time goal to break a 1-1 tie in Toronto on Saturday, June 21, 2026. The victory secured Germany's advancement from Group E, making them one of the early teams to book a place in the Round of 32. Mexico had previously become the first team to clinch a knockout round berth at the tournament.