The World Cup stage : World Cup 2026 is in full swing, with the group stage reaching its dramatic conclusion.

Germany kicked off their tournament in spectacular fashion, dominating debutants Curaçao in a convincing 7-1 opening victory.

Ivorian test : Their second group match against Ivory Coast proved to be a much sterner test of their championship credentials.

Despite falling behind early, the Germans showed immense resilience and passed the test with a hard-fought 2-1 win.

Topping the table : Having secured a perfect six points from their first two matches, Germany's place in the knockout rounds is already safe.