Curacao faces Germany in World Cup debut as Iran arrives in US
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 9:13 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Curacao will play Germany in their World Cup debut on June 14 in Houston. This match marks a significant moment for Curacao, the smallest nation by population participating in the tournament, which expanded to 48 teams. Germany's coach Julian Nagelsmann described the encounter as "David and Goliath." Meanwhile, Iran's football team is set to arrive in Los Angeles for their opening game against New Zealand on June 15, despite logistical challenges amid ongoing regional tensions. Other matches include Japan against the Netherlands and Sweden taking on Tunisia.
- •Curacao plays Germany on June 14 in Houston.
- •Germany features veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.
- •Iran's team arrives in the US for their match.
- •Japan faces the Netherlands while missing captain Wataru Endo.
- •Sweden competes against Tunisia despite a challenging qualification.
- 9:13 AMYahoo Sports — Tiny Curacao tackle Germany at World Cup as Iran arrive in US
"The smallest nation by population in the tournament comes face-to-face with the four-time winners on Sunday when tiny Curacao play Germany in a true World Cup fairytale.Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will start in his fifth World Cup.
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