# Soccer: Germany booked their place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast on Saturday, while the Netherlands finished off Sweden in a step to the last 32. The result marks the first time since 2014 that Germany have reached the knockout rounds after first-round eliminations in the 2018 and 2022 tournaments. The Netherlands stayed firmly on course in Houston for qualification with a stylish 5-1 demolition of Sweden. The last time Sweden conceded five goals in a World Cup match was the 1958 final against Brazil when they lost 5-2.
Soccer: Germany into World Cup last 32, Dutch thrash Sweden