Germany defeated Côte d'Ivoire 2–1 in a World Cup Group E clash, maintaining control through superior possession and shot volume. The hosts dominated with 60% possession and 16 total shots, converting two into goals whilst limiting their opponents to a 1.89 expected goals tally. Côte d'Ivoire, operating in a 4-1-4-1 shape, remained compact but offered little attacking threat, managing only nine shots and 1.22 xG; their goalkeeper produced an impressive 71.43% save rate across seven shots on target faced, keeping them competitive despite Germany's 7 shots on target. The visitors' solitary goal proved insufficient against a German side that controlled the tempo and created the clearer opportunities. Germany's 4-2-3-1 setup proved effective at both ends, with their goalkeeper facing just two shots on target. This victory puts Germany in a strong position atop Group E.