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Nagelsmann discusses Germany's World Cup opener against Curaçao

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Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Nagelsmann discusses Germany's World Cup opener against Curaçao
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Julian Nagelsmann addressed the media ahead of Germany's World Cup match against Curaçao, scheduled for Sunday. He compared the challenge to the first round of the DFB-Pokal, emphasizing that facing a smaller team poses its own risks. Nagelsmann highlighted the experience of Curaçao's coach, Dick Advocaat, and stressed the importance of securing three points in the tournament's opening fixture. He expressed confidence in his squad, noting positive training sessions despite the heat and confirmed that Manuel Neuer, Nathaniel Brown, and Jamal Musiala are set to start. The match marks Germany's attempt to advance past the group stage after two consecutive exits.

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  • •Nagelsmann draws parallels between Curaçao and DFB-Pokal matches
  • •Curaçao led by experienced coach Dick Advocaat
  • •Germany confirmed starters include Neuer, Brown, and Musiala
  • •Germany seeks vital points after past group stage exits
  • •Match scheduled for Sunday amid positive team atmosphere
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  • 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — Nagelsmann compares Curaçao test with DFB-Pokal first round tie
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Julian Nagelsmann addressed media before Germany's opening World Cup fixture against Curaçao. The 2014 winners have been knocked out of the group stages in the past two editions. The former FC Bayern...

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