Deniz Undav made history for German football, scoring in both of his World Cup appearances, a feat not achieved since Miroslav Klose's performance in 2002.
Germany's 2026 World Cup kicked off against Curaçao on June 14 with a decisive 7-1 victory. Undav scored the sixth goal and contributed two assists.
In the match against Ivory Coast on June 20, Undav scored twice after coming off the bench. His effort turned a 1-0 deficit into a 2-1 victory, earning him Man of the Match.
Undav's scoring prowess has now resulted in seven goals in ten international matches. His rise from lower divisions and Belgium to Stuttgart underlines his unique journey in the sport.
Germany's qualification for the knockout stage marks their return to form since winning the World Cup in 2014, following disappointing group stage exits in 2018 and 2022.