FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 10 on Sunday (Jun 21) saw Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1 to secure a place in the knockout stage. Curacao earned their first point after holding Ecuador to a goalless draw, while Japan registered a dominant 4-0 win over Tunisia in their group match. The tenth day of the 48-team tournament, running until Jul 19, delivered several key moments, records and drama both on and off the pitch.&nbsp;Here’s a look at all the major highlights from Day 10 of the FIFA World Cup 2026.<h2>Deniz Undav stars as Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1</h2>Deniz Undav scored two goals after coming on as a substitute as Germany made a strong comeback to beat Ivory Coast 2-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match on Sunday (lST). With this win, Germany also confirmed their place in the knockout stage for the first time since winning the title in 2014.&nbsp;Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer also made history by playing his 21st World Cup match, becoming the most-capped goalkeeper in the tournament’s history.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-2026-manuel-neuer-becomes-most-capped-goalkeeper-in-world-cup-history-1782016741367">FIFA 2026: Manuel Neuer becomes most-capped goalkeeper in World Cup history</a>&nbsp;For Ivory Coast, Franck Kessie scored the opening goal in the 30th minute and at 29 years and 183 days, he also became the second-oldest Ivory Coast goalscorer in World Cup history, behind Didier Drogba, who scored in 2010 at 32 years and 101 days, according to Opta.<h2>Curacao hold Ecuador to draw</h2>Ecuador’s chances of reaching the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage took a hit after a 0-0 draw against Curacao in their Group E match in Kansas City.&nbsp;Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room played a key role in helping his team earn their first-ever World Cup point with an excellent performance.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-brazil-s-raphinha-suffers-right-thigh-injury-confirms-cbf-1782015126412">FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil's Raphinha suffers right thigh injury, confirms CBF</a>&nbsp;Ecuador controlled most of the possession and created several chances, but they could not score as Room made a number of important saves and delivered one of the best goalkeeping displays of the tournament so far.

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<h2>Japan secured a comfortable 4-0 victory over Tunisia</h2>Japan put on a strong performance to beat Tunisia 4-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match at Estadio Monterrey. It was the first time Japan have scored four goals in a World Cup match, while Tunisia moved closer to elimination.&nbsp;The match also marked the 1000th game in FIFA World Cup history, with Japan in control from start to finish.&nbsp;The win improves Japan’s position in Group F and they now need just a point from their final group game against Sweden to qualify for the Round of 32. For Tunisia, the defeat adds to their struggles, with only one win in their last nine World Cup matches.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 10 on Sunday (Jun 21) began with Germany beating Ivory Coast 2-1 to reach the knockout stage, while Curacao earned their first point as they held Ecuador to a goalless draw. Japan ended the day with a commanding victory over Tunisia.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 10 on Sunday (Jun 21) saw Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1 to secure a place in the knockout stage. Curacao earned their first point after holding Ecuador to a goalless draw, while Japan registered a dominant 4-0 win over Tunisia in their group match. The tenth day of the 48-team tournament, running until Jul 19, delivered several key moments, records and drama both on and off the pitch. Here’s a look at all the major highlights from Day 10 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Deniz Undav stars as Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1 Deniz Undav scored two goals after coming on as a substitute as Germany made a strong comeback to beat Ivory Coast 2-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match on Sunday (lST). With this win, Germany also confirmed their place in the knockout stage for the first time since winning the title in 2014. Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer also made history by playing his 21st World Cup match, becoming the most-capped goalkeeper in the tournament’s history. Also Read - FIFA 2026: Manuel Neuer becomes most-capped goalkeeper in World Cup history For Ivory Coast, Franck Kessie scored the opening goal in the 30th minute and at 29 years and 183 days, he also became the second-oldest Ivory Coast goalscorer in World Cup history, behind Didier Drogba, who scored in 2010 at 32 years and 101 days, according to Opta. Curacao hold Ecuador to draw Ecuador’s chances of reaching the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage took a hit after a 0-0 draw against Curacao in their Group E match in Kansas City. Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room played a key role in helping his team earn their first-ever World Cup point with an excellent performance. Also Read - FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil's Raphinha suffers right thigh injury, confirms CBF Ecuador controlled most of the possession and created several chances, but they could not score as Room made a number of important saves and delivered one of the best goalkeeping displays of the tournament so far.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 10 on Sunday (Jun 21) began with Germany beating Ivory Coast 2-1 to reach the knockout stage, while Curacao earned their first point as they held Ecuador to a goalless draw. Japan ended the day with a commanding victory over Tunisia.

FIFA 2026 Day 10 Recap: Japan cruise past Tunisia, Germany beat Ivory Coast to reach knockouts, Curacao get another draw

Germany’s Manuel Neuer made history by becoming the goalkeeper with the most appearances in FIFA World Cup matches. He played his 21st World Cup game during Germany’s Group E match against Ivory Coast, breaking the previous record of 20 appearances held by France’s Hugo Lloris.&nbsp;In the same game, Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie scored the opening goal in the 30th minute. At 29 years and 183 days old, he became the second-oldest player from Ivory Coast to score in a World Cup. The record is still held by Didier Drogba, who scored at 32 years and 101 days in the 2010 tournament.&nbsp;Before the match, Neuer announced that he will retire after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was part of Germany’s World Cup-winning team in 2014 and is now playing in his fifth consecutive World Cup as the country’s first-choice goalkeeper.&nbsp;Neuer had previously retired from international football after Germany’s quarter-final exit at Euro 2024. However, Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann brought him back into the 2026 World Cup squad after his strong performances for Bayern Munich during the second half of the season.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-brazil-s-raphinha-suffers-right-thigh-injury-confirms-cbf-1782015126412">FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil's Raphinha suffers right thigh injury, confirms CBF</a>

"I stepped back in 2024 with a good reason after a good home Euro. For me, it was the right decision. It felt right," Neuer told a press conference, as quoted by Reuters. Neuer made his comeback in Germany's opening FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match against Curacao, marking his return in Germany's commanding 7-1 victory. "It would have been too much of a sporting burden for me (to have kept playing for the national team) for the last two years," he added. "For me, it is clear that this is my last tournament. I do not plan to be there in two years time for the next Euro. In the last few days, I have dealt with the fact that these are the last games for Germany. But I want to look forward to all the games and not to any goodbye shirts," the veteran goalkeeper said.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Before the match, Neuer announced that he would retire after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was part of Germany's World Cup-winning squad in 2014 and is now featuring in his fifth consecutive World Cup.

Germany’s Manuel Neuer made history by becoming the goalkeeper with the most appearances in FIFA World Cup matches. He played his 21st World Cup game during Germany’s Group E match against Ivory Coast, breaking the previous record of 20 appearances held by France’s Hugo Lloris. In the same game, Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie scored the opening goal in the 30th minute. At 29 years and 183 days old, he became the second-oldest player from Ivory Coast to score in a World Cup. The record is still held by Didier Drogba, who scored at 32 years and 101 days in the 2010 tournament. Before the match, Neuer announced that he will retire after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was part of Germany’s World Cup-winning team in 2014 and is now playing in his fifth consecutive World Cup as the country’s first-choice goalkeeper. Neuer had previously retired from international football after Germany’s quarter-final exit at Euro 2024. However, Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann brought him back into the 2026 World Cup squad after his strong performances for Bayern Munich during the second half of the season. Also Read - FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil's Raphinha suffers right thigh injury, confirms CBF

Before the match, Neuer announced that he would retire after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was part of Germany's World Cup-winning squad in 2014 and is now featuring in his fifth consecutive World Cup.

FIFA 2026: Manuel Neuer becomes most-capped goalkeeper in World Cup history

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FIFA 2026 Day 10 Recap: Japan cruise past Tunisia, Germany beat Ivory Coast to reach knockouts, Curacao get another draw

FIFA 2026: Manuel Neuer becomes most-capped goalkeeper in World Cup history