Germany faces Curaçao; Netherlands meet Japan in World Cup group stage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 5:20 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
On June 14, the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues with four matches as Group E and Group F begin play. Germany is set to face Curaçao in Houston at 1 p.m. ET, aiming to overcome two previous disappointing tournament exits. Later, the Netherlands will take on Japan at 4 p.m. ET in Dallas, with both teams eager to make a strong start. Additionally, Ecuador clashes with Ivory Coast at 7 p.m. ET in Philadelphia, while Sweden meets Tunisia at 10 p.m. ET in Monterrey. These matches mark the opening games for each group in the ongoing group stage.
- •Germany seeks redemption against Curaçao after poor past performances.
- •The Netherlands aims for a strong start against resilient Japan.
- •Ecuador and Ivory Coast start their World Cup journeys in Philadelphia.
- •Sweden, despite a weak qualifying campaign, faces Tunisia in Monterrey.
- 5:20 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup Day 4 What to Watch: Netherlands and Japan square off; Germany's redemption campaign begins
"Group E and Group F kick off group stage play on Sunday.
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