Ganz großes Deniz! (DFB-Männer | WM 2026)
Summary
Hosts Max Jakob Ost, Martin Rafelt, and Caroline Kipper analyze Germany’s 2-1 win over Ivory Coast, where Dennis Undorf scored both goals. They discuss Germany’s hesitant first half, the tactical impact of Schlotterbeck’s injury, and critical defensive errors by Wirtz and Kimmich. The episode also covers Havertz’s poor performance and praises the Ivory Coast’s disciplined game plan before Germany dominated the second half.
Topics discussed
Intro and welcome to Rasenfunk
Ivory Coast's tactical plan and first half analysis
Germany's hesitation and defensive struggles
Analysis of the 1-0 goal and Wirtz's positioning
Technical issues and Ivory Coast's pressing
Kai Havertz's performance and tactical role
Schlotterbeck's injury and defensive errors
Manager Nagelsmann's reactions and substitutions
Undorf's impact and the winning goal
Goretzka's substitution and tactical shift
Debate on starting lineup and Musiala's form
MVP selection: Undorf vs. others
Unsung hero and best moments of the game
Outro and supporter call to action
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