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Curacao scores debut World Cup goal against Germany amid 7-1 loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 7:17 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Curacao scores debut World Cup goal against Germany amid 7-1 loss

Summary

Curacao faced Germany on June 14 in their World Cup debut, suffering a 7-1 defeat despite a historic moment for the island. Livano Comenencia equalized in the first half, bringing Curacao level at 1-1 after an early goal from Felix Nmecha for Germany. Curacao celebrated the goal passionately, emphasizing their journey as a nation in soccer. Following their equalizer, Germany regained control, scoring several times to secure their victory. The match highlighted both Curacao’s proud moment and the challenges of competing at this level.

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By the Numbers

•Germany led 1-0 after Felix Nmecha's goal in the 6th minute.
•Livano Comenencia scored Curacao's first-ever World Cup goal to make it 1-1.
•The match took place at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.
•Germany scored six more goals after Curacao equalized.
•Curacao aims to build on this experience in future matches.

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What they're saying

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Germany 7-1 Curacao: They may have been outclassed on their World Cup debut but Curacaoans will never forget where they were when Livano Comenencia scored
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