How to Watch Germany vs Ivory Coast: Date, Time, Squads

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Match Snapshot

How to Watch Germany vs Ivory Coast Live Stream Online

USA — FOX One / FOX Sports App

1. Visit foxsports.com or download the FOX Sports app on your device.
2. Sign in with your cable/satellite provider credentials, or subscribe to FOX One at $19.99/month.
3. Select the live Germany vs Ivory Coast broadcast on FOX (English) or Peacock/Telemundo for Spanish coverage.
4. Stream in up to 4K on supported smart TVs, phones, tablets, and streaming sticks.

Canada — TSN+ / CTV App

1. Go to tsn.ca or download the TSN app on your smartphone, tablet, or smart TV.
2. Subscribe to TSN+ at $29.99/month for full streaming access, or check CTV for any free-to-air simulcast.
3. Search for the Germany vs Ivory Coast match in the live sports section.
4. French-language viewers can stream via the RDS app under the same Bell Media umbrella.

UK — ITVX

1. Visit ITVX.com or download the free ITVX app on any device.
2. Create a free ITVX account — no subscription or payment required, just a valid UK TV licence.
3. Navigate to the live sports section and select the Germany vs Ivory Coast broadcast on ITV1.
4. The match can also be watched live on the ITV1 TV channel at 9:00 PM BST.

Australia — SBS On Demand

1. Visit sbs.com.au/ondemand or download the SBS On Demand app — it’s completely free.
2. Create a free SBS account (takes under two minutes).
3. Find the live World Cup section and select Germany vs Ivory Coast, kicking off at 7:00 AM AEST on 21 June.
4. The match also airs free on SBS TV — check your local guide for the channel number.

Germany — ZDF / ARD Mediathek / MagentaTV

1. All Germany group-stage matches air free on ZDF — visit zdf.de or download the ZDF app.
2. For free-to-air streaming, use the ZDF Mediathek or ARD Mediathek app on any device.
3. For every match in the tournament including exclusive games, subscribe to MagentaTV via telekom.de.
4. Stream in HD or 4K through the MagentaSport digital platform on smart TVs, phones, or tablets.

Ivory Coast — RTI Play / NCI ID

1. Download the RTI Play app or visit rtiinfo.ci to access free-to-air Ivory Coast coverage.
2. Alternatively, download the NCI ID app for La Nouvelle Chaîne Ivoirienne’s live stream.
3. Both platforms provide free access to all Ivory Coast national team matches in the tournament.
4. Coverage begins approximately 30 minutes before kick-off with pre-match analysis.

Which TV Channels Will Broadcast Germany vs Ivory Coast?

FOX and SBS are free-to-air broadcasters, meaning no subscription is needed — just an antenna or smart TV app.

TSN in Canada is a pay-TV service, though some games may air free on CTV; German fans get ZDF free-to-air for all Die Mannschaft fixtures, while MagentaTV offers the full 104-match slate for subscribers.

Match Preview

Germany enter matchday two of Group E knowing a win would put them in a commanding position to advance, especially after opening the tournament against World Cup debutants Curaçao.

Ivory Coast, meanwhile, qualified unbeaten through CAF and return to a World Cup stage for the first time since 2014 — making this more than just points, it’s a statement of intent.

Die Mannschaft under Julian Nagelsmann typically line up in a fluid 4-2-3-1, relying on Florian Wirtz to connect midfield to attack and full-backs pushing high.

Ivory Coast coach Emerse Faé is expected to deploy a compact 4-3-3, using Ibrahim Sangaré as a defensive anchor while releasing Amad Diallo and Yan Diomandé on the flanks to exploit space in behind.

Jamal Musiala has been managing his recovery from a serious leg injury and his availability remains subject to fitness; any late withdrawal would be a significant blow to Germany’s creativity.

Ivory Coast travel without Sébastien Haller, who was surprisingly omitted from the squad, leaving their central striker role more open-ended entering the tournament.

Germany Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026

Key Players to Watch

• Florian Wirtz: Making his first World Cup appearance after missing 2022 through injury, the Liverpool playmaker has posted double-digit goals and assists for Germany and is the creative heartbeat of Nagelsmann’s side.
• Joshua Kimmich: The skipper with over 100 caps is equally effective as a right-back or central midfielder, providing Germany with elite-level versatility and leadership across the pitch.
• Jamal Musiala: The 22-year-old Bayern Munich sensation was the standout of Euro 2024 and, if he passes his fitness test, brings a level of individual brilliance that can unlock any defence.

Ivory Coast Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026

Key Players to Watch

• Amad Diallo: Coming off his best-ever club season at Manchester United, the electric winger brings pace, creativity, and the ability to produce match-winning moments from out wide.
• Ousmane Diomandé: The Sporting CP centre-back is one of the most highly rated defenders in European football right now and will be critical in containing Germany’s dynamic attack.
• Franck Kessié: With over 100 international caps and unmatched experience in the squad, the captain’s engine in midfield dictates tempo and shields the backline in equal measure.

Upcoming Match Schedule

Germany — Next Fixtures

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Germany vs Ivory Coast Prediction

Germany hold the clearer advantage on paper — they are a four-time world champion with a deep squad, elite individual quality in Wirtz and Kimmich, and an experienced coach in Nagelsmann who has the team firing on all cylinders.

Ivory Coast are dangerous in transition with Amad Diallo and Yan Diomandé, but their lack of a natural striker following Haller’s omission could prove costly against a German defensive unit that conceded very little in qualifying.

We predict a Germany 2–0 Ivory Coast — Die Mannschaft to control possession, carve Ivory Coast open down the flanks, and seal Group E qualification with a game to spare.

That said, football never reads the script, and L’Éléphants have the pace and heart to make this a far tighter contest than the scoreline might suggest.

FAQs

What time does Germany vs Ivory Coast kick off?

Germany vs Ivory Coast kicks off at 4:00 PM ET / 9:00 PM BST / 10:00 PM CEST on Saturday, 20 June 2026. Australian fans will need to set an early alarm — it starts at 7:00 AM AEST on Sunday morning.

Where can I watch Germany vs Ivory Coast live?

In the USA, the match is live on FOX and streaming on FOX One. UK viewers get it free on ITV1 and ITVX, Australians can watch free on SBS and SBS On Demand, and German fans can tune in free on ZDF.

What is the head-to-head record between Germany and Ivory Coast?

The two nations have met very few times at senior level, with the most notable encounter being a 2–2 friendly draw in November 2009. This match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be one of their most significant competitive meetings in history.

Who is the key player to watch in Germany vs Ivory Coast?

Florian Wirtz is the standout name — the Liverpool playmaker is making his first World Cup appearance and arrives as one of the most in-form attacking midfielders in European football. For Ivory Coast, Amad Diallo’s electric wing play could be the key to unlocking Germany’s backline.

Who will win Germany vs Ivory Coast?

Germany are favourites given their superior squad depth, European pedigree, and tactical structure under Nagelsmann. Ivory Coast are capable of an upset — they qualified unbeaten through Africa and have exciting attacking talent — but a German victory is the most likely outcome.

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