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Antonio Rudiger set for 'more minutes' as Germany keep Ecuador World Cup changes limited

Antonio Rudiger is set to receive more playing time as Germany prepare for their final 2026 FIFA World Cup Group E match against Ecuador, with coach Julian Nagelsmann planning only a few changes despite his team already securing qualification.

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Jamal Musiala opens up on special connection with Florian Wirtz

The growing connection between Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz has become one of Germany's most promising attacking developments at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck to miss rest remainder of World Cup with ankle injury

Germany's World Cup campaign has suffered a major setback after defender Nico Schlotterbeck was ruled out for the remainder of the tournament with an ankle ligament injury sustained during Saturday's 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast.

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Fae believes lack of experience cost Ivory Coast in loss to Germany

Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Fae feels Germany's experience was the difference in the 2-1 defeat in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E clash at BMO Field on Saturday.

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Amad Diallo keeps faith in qualification hopes

Cote d’Ivoire talisman Amad Diallo insists The Elephants remain firmly in control of their FIFA World Cup destiny despite suffering a narrow 2-1 defeat to Germany.

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Nico Schlotterbeck picks up potentially serious injury in Germany win over Ivory Coast

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after being forced off during the halftime break in Germany's 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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