FIFA World Cup 2026 | Germany vs Curacao LIVE updates: Group E match gets underway
Germany faces Curacao in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener, with goalkeeper Manuel Neuer confirmed to start after recovering from a calf injury. This match marks Neuer's fifth World Cup appearance, tying a German national record.
Why it matters
The return of a veteran player like Neuer is a significant narrative point for Germany's campaign in the tournament.
Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has fully recovered from a calf injury he sustained last month and is ready to go for Germany’s World Cup opener against Curacao on Sunday.
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