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

Germany secured a World Cup knockout stage spot after a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast, and are expected to make changes for their next group match against Ecuador.

• Germany secured a spot in the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in 12 years
• Germany will face Ecuador in their last group match
• Germany is expected to make changes for the match against Ecuador