Germany vs Ivory Coast Prediction & Betting Tips | 20 June 2026

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Get ready for a cracker when Germany lock horns with Ivory Coast at BMO Field, shaping up to be a real highlight of the World Cup group stage's second round. Both nations kicked off their tournaments with wins, but following Germany's absolutely superb showing in their opener, we're tipping them to seal it 2-1 this time. Germany were breathtaking in their 7-1 thrashing of Curacao, making it ten wins on the bounce across all competitions. Julian Nagelsmann's troops have been in inspired form, a perfect ten from ten recent fixtures, netting an average of 3.5 goals a game. The statistics also paint a picture of German dominance, with an impressive 2.27 expected goals per match while shipping only 0.7 on average. Winger Leroy Sane is a doubt after a below-par performance in the first game, with Jamie Leweling making a strong case to start. Ivory Coast, on the other hand, dug deep and showed real quality to grind out a 1-0 win against Ecuador. Amad Diallo's late strike was the difference-maker, and the Manchester United winger should keep his spot. The Elephants are also on a fantastic run, winning eight of their last ten, scoring 2.0 goals per game and keeping six clean sheets. While the travelling side boast plenty of attacking threats, they face a significantly tougher challenge against a Germany side that has triumphed in all ten of their recent outings. Considering Germany's ten consecutive victories and their imperious form in their opening match, a Home Win is a strong contender, as are Both Teams to Score and Over 2.5 goals (Germany's games are averaging a hefty 4.2 total goals, and both sides possess significant firepower). This World Cup 2026 encounter is scheduled for Saturday 20 June 2026, kicking off at 21:00.

Germany Team Form and Stats

In their last 10 outings across all competitions, Germany have been in superb form, securing a perfect record of 10 wins. Averaging 3.00 points per game, their dominance is evident both at home and away, where they also boast a flawless win rate.

Looking at the statistics, Germany have achieved a 100% win rate overall, at home, and away. They're scoring goals for fun, with an average of 4.20 goals per game across all matches, rising to an impressive 4.83 at home and 3.25 away. They've netted an average of 3.50 goals per game overall, 4.33 at home, and 2.25 away. Defensively, they've been incredibly solid, conceding just 0.70 goals per game overall, 0.50 at home, and 1.00 away. Both Teams To Score has landed in 50% of their games, and they've kept a clean sheet in half of their fixtures. Crucially, Germany have never failed to score in any of their last 10 matches. Their expected goals (xG) stand at 2.27 overall, 2.65 at home, and 1.71 away, while their expected goals against (xGA) are a mere 0.78 overall, 0.55 at home, and 1.12 away.

Ivory Coast Team Form and Stats

Ivory Coast's recent form across their last 10 outings in all competitions shows a strong record. They've secured a points-per-game average of 2.50 overall, with a home average of 2.60 and an away average of 2.40.

Their win percentage stands at a commanding 80% across all games, mirroring their home and away win rates. On average, they've netted 2.70 goals per game in total, with 1.60 at home and an impressive 3.80 on the road. Looking at their scoring and defensive record, they've scored an average of 2.00 goals per match overall (1.40 at home, 2.60 away) and conceded just 0.70 per game on average (0.20 at home, 1.20 away).

Both Teams To Score has occurred in 40% of their overall matches, 20% at home, and 60% away. They've kept clean sheets in 60% of their games overall, an excellent 80% at home, and 40% away. Significantly, they haven't failed to score in any of their last 10 matches (0% failure rate overall, at home, and away). Their Expected Goals (xG) are 1.56 overall, 1.64 at home, and 1.49 away, while their Expected Goals Against (xGA) are 1.00 overall, 0.95 at home, and 1.05 away.

Germany vs Ivory Coast Head to Head Statistics (H2H)

There is no historical record of previous encounters between these two clubs.