Germany scores seven goals against Curaçao in World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 8:11 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Germany commenced its 2026 World Cup campaign with a decisive 7-1 victory over Curaçao in Houston. After Felix Nmecha's early goal was equalized by Livano Comenencia, Germany regained control with strikes from Nico Schlotterbeck and a penalty by Kai Havertz before halftime. The second half saw goals from Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown, Deniz Undav, and another by Havertz. This win sets a positive tone for Germany as they prepare for their next match against Ivory Coast on June 17 in Toronto.
- •Germany starts World Cup with 7-1 victory over Curaçao.
- •Match played on June 15 in Houston.
- •Felix Nmecha and Kai Havertz among the scorers.
- •Germany's next game is against Ivory Coast on June 17.
- •Manuel Neuer ties for most World Cup appearances by a goalkeeper.
- 8:11 AMYahoo Sports — Germany kick off World Cup with big win
"All six Bayern players in Germany’s squad featured as the four-time world champions began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 7-1 win over Curaçao. Manuel Neuer and Aleksandar Pavlović both pla...
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