Germany-Ivory Coast World Cup match in Toronto sees fair‑play dispute and Schlotterbeck injury

In the World Cup group game in Toronto, the German national team fell behind 0‑1 at halftime and eventually lost 2‑1 to the Ivory Coast. After a challenge between Ivorian defender Wilfried Singo and German forward Kai Havertz, Singo, who was visibly injured, deliberately kept the ball out of play to stop a quick throw‑in. Ivory Coast coach Emerse Faé condemned the German side for “a lack of fair play,” saying more could have been done to return the ball.

During the same match, Borussia Dortmund centre‑back Nico Schlotterbeck appeared to injure his left ankle while defending an Amad Diallo attack. He received treatment on the sidelines, was given medication, and did not return for the second half, being replaced by Antonio Rüdiger. The injury raised concerns about his fitness for the tournament.