Deniz Undav has achieved a World Cup milestone after Germany's 2-1 comeback victory against Ivory Coast. The Stuttgart striker, introduced as a 60th-minute substitute, scored both goals to overturn a Franck Kessié opening. His two goals against Ivory Coast, combined with one goal and two assists in his earlier match against Curacao, bring his tournament tally to five goal contributions from the bench.
Undav's five substitute contributions represent the most recorded since Roger Milla managed six across five matches at the 1990 World Cup in Italy. The 29-year-old—who made his senior international debut only two years ago—is maintaining elite efficiency: a goal every 56 minutes and a contribution every 11 minutes of play.
Manager Julian Nagelsmann suggested Undav could start in future matches. "It's possible," Nagelsmann said when asked about a potential promotion to the starting XI, though the striker continues to deliver maximum impact from the bench in his current role.
Market impact: Undav's three-goal tally in two matches establishes him as a Golden Boot contender, shortening odds on his goals/assists. Germany's remaining group-stage expectations improve with demonstrated attacking depth, affecting match totals and player performance betting.
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