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Match Details
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GERMANY
AwayVS
4:00 PM
IVORY COAST
AwayAt: Toronto Stadium
Match Preview
Pre-matchGermany and Ivory Coast both enter with only three first-round matches to shape the table, so one result can quickly change the whole section. Toronto Stadium in Toronto adds travel, climate, and kickoff rhythm to the tactical picture before either side has room to recover. Fans tracking this fixture should pair it with the standings page because goal difference and third-place math matter more in the 48-team format.
Form
10.
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Ivory Coast
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Head-to-Head History
World Cup opening history: South Africa and Mexico drew 1-1 in Johannesburg on 11 June 2010, which opened that World Cup. Scorers in 2010 opener: Siphiwe Tshabalala scored for South Africa and Rafael Marquez equalised for Mexico in the second half. 2026 chapter: FIFA confirmed Mexico vs South Africa as Match 1 on 11 June 2026 at Mexico City Stadium.
Key Players to Watch
Germany: Joshua Kimmich, Florian Wirtz, Antonio Rudiger, Kai Havertz Ivory Coast: Yahia Fofana, Odilon Kossounou, Evan Ndicka, Wilfried Singo
Missing Players
Germany: Final injury status and late fitness calls are subject to confirmation after official pre-match briefings. Ivory Coast: Final injury status and suspension checks are subject to confirmation once official lineups are released.
TV Channel
Match Information
Referee:
Yet to be confirmed
Venue:
BMO Field
Capacity:
44,315
Venue Guide
BMO Field in Toronto, Canada hosts this match and shapes travel, weather, and kickoff flow.
Stadium: BMO Field. Capacity: 44,315. Surface: Natural grass hybrid.
TTC streetcar lines 509 and 511 from Union Station to Exhibition Place.
Exhibition Place transit links are strong, but popular kickoff windows can still create bottlenecks.
FAQs
When is Germany vs Ivory Coast kickoff?
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When is Germany vs Ivory Coast kickoff?
Germany vs Ivory Coast starts on Sat, Jun 20 at 4:00 PM.
Where is Germany vs Ivory Coast being played?
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Where is Germany vs Ivory Coast being played?
This match is scheduled at Toronto Stadium.
Is Mexico vs South Africa the opening match of World Cup 2026?
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Is Mexico vs South Africa the opening match of World Cup 2026?
Yes. FIFA confirmed this fixture as Match 1 of the tournament on 11 June 2026.
What happened in the last World Cup meeting between Mexico and South Africa?
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What happened in the last World Cup meeting between Mexico and South Africa?
Their best-known World Cup meeting was the 2010 opener in Johannesburg, which finished 1-1.
Where can I check live score for Germany vs Ivory Coast?
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Where can I check live score for Germany vs Ivory Coast?
Use the live match center and the Scores section for real-time score and status changes.
Will lineup details appear before kickoff?
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Will lineup details appear before kickoff?
Yes. Starting XIs are usually confirmed around 60 minutes before kickoff.
Where can I track standings and next fixtures after this match?
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Where can I track standings and next fixtures after this match?
Use the Standings and Matches sections to follow table movement and upcoming fixtures.
Follow Germany vs Ivory Coast through kickoff, score changes, and table movement, then use the FIFA World Cup 2026 hub for the wider tournament route across matches, standings, teams, and venues.