
Ndicka returns to training and targets Germany match
Evan Ndicka has recovered from a hamstring injury and returned to full squad training, positioning himself to start for Côte d'Ivoire in a World Cup match against Germany. The defender missed a Champions League fixture against Verona and Côte d'Ivoire's opening World Cup game against Ecuador due to the injury sustained in a derby. His teammates secured victory in that Ecuador match without him, and now face a tougher test on Monday evening against Germany, who defeated Curaçao 7–1 in their opener. Ndicka has not played for approximately a month but is ready to return to the starting lineup. Côte d'Ivoire are eyeing qualification for at least the round of 16, and the team's prospects improved following their opening victory. Germany present a significantly stronger challenge, having demonstrated their attacking potency with a commanding performance in their first match. The African side hope to maintain their momentum in what is shaping as a pivotal fixture in their World Cup campaign.


