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Germany cruises to 7-1 victory over Curacao at World Cup opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 8:05 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Germany cruises to 7-1 victory over Curacao at World Cup opener

Summary

Germany opened its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 7-1 victory against Curacao on June 15. Antonio Rudiger, representing Real Madrid, played a limited role in the match, coming on as a substitute in the 73rd minute while Germany was already ahead. Goals from Kai Havertz, Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown, and Deniz Undav solidified Germany's commanding win. As the tournament progresses, Rudiger’s experience may be crucial in future matches, despite not starting this opener.

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By the Numbers

•Germany wins 7-1 against Curacao in World Cup Group E opener.
•Rudiger enters as a substitute in the 73rd minute.
•Goals scored by Havertz, Nmecha, Schlotterbeck, Musiala, Brown, and Undav.
•Germany dominates the game with a commanding performance.
•Rudiger may play a more significant role as the tournament advances.

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8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid World Cup Spotlight: Rudiger a peripheral figure in Germany’s triumph over Curacao

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For the second successive day at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Real Madrid had a representative, although he played a very peripheral role for his nation.It was yet another day with four games at the tourn...
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