Curaçao makes World Cup history despite loss to Germany
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 6:39 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
On June 14, 2026, Curaçao lost 7-1 to Germany in their World Cup match at Houston Stadium. Despite the defeat, Curaçao celebrated scoring their first-ever World Cup goal, marking a historic moment for the country. Sweden achieved a significant victory, defeating Tunisia 5-1, showcasing a strong offense led by Alexander Isak. South American teams, including Brazil and Ecuador, struggled in their matches, with Ecuador facing an upset against Ivory Coast. Four more matches, including Spain and Belgium's tournament debuts, are set for June 15.
- •Curaçao loses 7-1 to Germany at World Cup match
- •Curaçao scores first World Cup goal in history
- •Sweden defeats Tunisia 5-1 with strong offense
- •Ecuador upset by Ivory Coast during group play
- •Spain and Belgium to debut on June 15 matches
- 6:39 AMYahoo Sports — Curaçao makes World Cup history: Winners and losers from Day 4
"Curaçao might have been blown out by Germany, but they were big winners on Day 4 of the World Cup after a magical goal.
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