Germany have weight lifted after knockout stage spot but changes expected (opens original article in a new tab)

Germany advanced to the World Cup knockout stages after a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast, with potential lineup changes expected for their next group match against Ecuador.

• Germany secured a World Cup knockout stage spot after a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast
• Coach Julian Nagelsmann may make lineup changes for the match against Ecuador
• Striker Deniz Undav is expected to start against Ecuador, potentially replacing Kai Havertz
• Defender Nico Schlotterbeck is injured and will have a scan