Germany’s 7–1 victory over World Cup debutants Curaçao was the perfect preparation for its second match of the group stage against Côte d’Ivoire.
The Mannschaft know victory over the African giants teamed with an Ecuador slip-up on Saturday will not only secure their progression to the last 32, but guarantee top spot with a match to spare. First and foremost, however, it must focus on toppling Côte d’Ivoire, who was a last-gasp winner in its first outing.
