Kai Havertz scores twice in Germany’s 7-1 World Cup victory over Curaçao
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 8:25 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Germany defeated Curaçao 7-1 in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on June 14 in Houston, Texas. Kai Havertz stood out and was named Player of the Match for his two-goal performance. He opened the scoring with a well-placed penalty and later added another goal following a strong assist from Deniz Undav. The German attack was prolific, with multiple players contributing to the heavy scoreline. This victory sets a positive tone for Germany as they move forward in the tournament.
- •Match took place at Houston Stadium on June 14, 2026.
- •Havertz scored a penalty and a second goal in the match.
- •Germany's solid attacking performance showcased several key players.
- •The result gives Germany a strong start in Group E.
- 8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Kai Havertz named Player of the Match in Germany’s 7-1 World Cup win over Curaçao
"The Arsenal man led the way in a prolific German attacking display against Curaçao.
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