Germany scores seven goals in World Cup opener against Curaçao

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Germany scores seven goals in World Cup opener against Curaçao
Summary

Germany opened its FIFA World Cup campaign with a commanding 7-1 victory over Curaçao at the LA Memorial Coliseum. The match saw Felix Nmecha score early for Germany, but Livano Comenencia equalized for Curaçao, marking their first-ever World Cup goal. Germany then dominated, with Kai Havertz scoring twice among other contributors. In a later match, Japan equalized late to draw 2-2 with the Netherlands, keeping Group F competitive. The fan festival at the Coliseum celebrated soccer and community over its four-day run.

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  • Germany leads Curaçao 7-1 in World Cup debut.
  • Kai Havertz scored two goals in the match.
  • Japan equalized late to draw 2-2 with the Netherlands.
  • Livano Comenencia scored Curaçao's first World Cup goal.
  • The event at the Coliseum marked a successful fan festival.
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  • 12:37 AMYahoo SportsGermany dominates, Japan stuns and the Coliseum roars one last time
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Four days of soccer, music and community at the Coliseum proved the World Cup was worth the wait.

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