Germany dominates Curaçao with 7-1 World Cup opening match victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 7:21 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
In an impressive opening match for the World Cup on Sunday, Germany defeated Curaçao 7-1. With six players scoring, Germany showcased a strong offensive performance. Lothar Matthäus praised the team's attacking play and enthusiasm, while noting the goal conceded and areas for improvement. Looking ahead, Germany prepares for a tougher challenge against Ivory Coast in their next group-stage fixture.
- •Germany scored seven goals against Curaçao in their World Cup opener.
- •Lothar Matthäus commended the team's attacking display and overall performance.
- •Germany's next match will be against Ivory Coast, a stronger opponent.
- 7:21 PMYahoo Sports — “We can be proud of this team” - Lothar Matthäus reacts to Germany’s emphatic World Cup victory
"Writing in his column for Sky Sport Germany, Matthäus expressed his delight after Germany cruised to a 7-1 win on Sunday, with six different players getting on the scoresheet in an impressive attacki...
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