Germany land in Group E with Curaçao, Ivory Coast and Ecuador — one of the most favourable draws for any top team. Nagelsmann gets the chance to test his Wirtz-Musiala combination with minimal pressure. The real tournament for Die Mannschaft begins in the knockouts.
Group composition
| Team | Coach | WC odds | Key players |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | Julian Nagelsmann | ~11.50 | Wirtz, Musiala, Havertz, Neuer |
| Ivory Coast | Emerse Faé | outsider | Sanogo |
| Ecuador | — | outsider | Valencia |
| Curaçao | — | outsider | — |
Betting breakdown
Germany to win the group: ~1.15. No value. Germany Over 2.5 goals vs Curaçao/Ecuador: ~1.60 — Germany historically attack weak sides aggressively. Havertz first goal in one of the group matches: ~2.50 — he is experienced in big tournaments and these opponents offer space.
Group exit forecast
1st: Germany | 2nd: Ivory Coast | Exit: Ecuador, Curaçao.
