Jamal Musiala exits match early due to thigh concern during World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 9:15 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Germany's Jamal Musiala was substituted in the 64th minute of their World Cup opener against Curaçao on June 14, 2026, due to precautionary reasons surrounding his thigh. Musiala had just scored the team's fourth goal, contributing to Germany's commanding 7-1 lead. Post-match commentary from head coach Julian Nagelsmann confirmed the decision was fitness-related, easing concerns about a potential injury. Musiala had been working towards full fitness after previous issues and displayed strong form during the game.
- •Musiala scored one goal in the first half of the match.
- •Germany leads strongly with a score of 7-1 against Curaçao.
- •Nagelsmann confirmed Musiala's substitution was precautionary.
- •Musiala exited the field clutching his thigh but is not seriously injured.
- •The match took place at Houston Stadium.
- 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Germany star Jamal Musiala subbed out because of thigh issue, but is okay
"It would have been a shame if Musiala had gotten hurt again,
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