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Germany are set to take on Ivory Coast in the 2026 World Cup, with ITV confirming a special line-up of presenters, pundits, and commentators for the match broadcast.

The highly anticipated Group E clash between Germany and Ivory Coast will be played at the Toronto Stadium in Canada. Kick-off is scheduled for 9 PM UK time, and viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the game live on ITV, with Laura Woods leading the presentation.

Laura Woods, one of ITV’s most popular presenters, will be joined by the legendary Gary Lineker for this broadcast — marking a rare return to television punditry for the former England striker. Lineker, known globally as the long-time face of Match of the Day, has recently focused on his successful podcast ventures but will make a special appearance for this World Cup fixture.

Germany enter the match in sensational form, having demolished Curacao 7-1 in their previous outing. Ivory Coast, on the other hand, began their campaign in a far tighter affair, edging past Ecuador 1-0 thanks to a dramatic 90th-minute goal from Amad Diallo.

The inclusion of Lineker alongside Woods adds extra excitement to ITV’s coverage. While Lineker’s main platform for the 2026 World Cup has been his hit Netflix series, The Rest Is Football, his presence on ITV marks a notable collaboration. It also reunites him with familiar faces from the football punditry scene.

In 2023, Ian Wright publicly supported Lineker when the BBC requested that Lineker step back from Match of the Day following his comments on government policy. Wright boycotted the programme in solidarity, a move that drew widespread attention across the footballing world.

For the commentary, Seb Hutchinson will lead the play-by-play for ITV, with former Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend providing expert analysis. The duo will bring their dynamic style to the broadcast, offering viewers in-depth insight and engaging match coverage.

With Germany’s attacking form and Ivory Coast’s determined start, the match promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the group stage. ITV’s star-studded team, headlined by Laura Woods and Gary Lineker, ensures fans are in for a top-class viewing experience.