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Germany has already secured top spot in Group E and will meet Ecuador in a much‑anticipated match at MetLife Stadium, where odds and player storylines add extra intrigue.
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Germany’s defensive lineup will be reshaped after centre‑back Nico Schlotterbeck suffered a left‑ankle injury in the 2‑1 victory over Ivory Coast, a setback that comes as the team prepares for the knockout stage.
Borussia Dortmund confirmed that Nico Schlotterbeck will be sidelined for several months after an MRI revealed a torn ligament in his left ankle. The setback comes just as Germany prepares for the World Cup, forcing a tactical adjustment and raising questions about the team's defensive depth.
Germany’s defensive lineup will be tested as centre‑back Nico Schlotterbeck faces a lengthy absence following a injury sustained against Ivory Coast, though the team already advanced to the knockout stage.
Nico Schlotterbeck's injury during Germany's win over Ivory Coast forces him to sit out the rest of the World Cup and several months of club football, while coach Julian Nagelsmann praises his attitude and the squad's depth.