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Germany scores seven in World Cup opener against Curaçao in Houston

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 9:11 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Germany scores seven in World Cup opener against Curaçao in Houston

Summary

Germany secured a significant 7-1 victory over Curaçao in their World Cup Group Stage match in Houston on June 14. Felix Nmecha opened the scoring, followed by a response from Curaçao's Livano Comenencia. Germany, led by Nico Schlotterbeck and Kai Havertz's goals before halftime, displayed offensive strength but showed defensive vulnerabilities. Coach Julian Nagelsmann noted the importance of the response after conceding early and highlighted the team's potential moving forward, particularly against tougher opponents in the group.

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By the Numbers

•Germany leads 7-1 against Curaçao at halftime.
•Curaçao equalized briefly before Germany regained momentum.
•Manuel Neuer returned from retirement for this World Cup.
•Germany aims to improve defense despite offensive success.
•Next matches are against Ivory Coast and Ecuador.

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What they're saying

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Germany's 7-1 demolition of Curaçao broght back memories of the run to the 2014 World Cup title but there is no reason to celebrate too much. "It does us good to score seven goals.
— Yahoo Sports

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