Germany launches World Cup campaign with dominant 7-1 win over Curaçao
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 8:03 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Germany achieved a commanding 7-1 victory against Curaçao in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener held in Houston on June 14. After conceding an equalizer in the 21st minute, Germany scored six unanswered goals. Standout performances included Felix Nmecha, who netted one goal and provided an assist, and Jamal Musiala, who scored after a lengthy injury absence. Deniz Undav made an impact as a substitute, contributing a goal and two assists. Germany aims to maintain this momentum as the tournament progresses.
- •Germany scores seven goals in World Cup opener against Curaçao.
- •Felix Nmecha and Jamal Musiala are key players in the match.
- •Curaçao's Livano Comenencia scores the nation's first World Cup goal.
- •Deniz Undav comes off the bench to score and assist.
- •Germany seeks to build on this performance in their next match.
- 8:03 PMYahoo Sports — Match Awards from Germany’s statement 7-1 World Cup opening victory over Curaçao
"Germany make a strong start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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