Germany 7-1 Curaçao (Jun 14, 2026) Game Analysis - ESPN
Germany defeated Curaçao 7-1 in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Kai Havertz scored two goals to lead the German team to a dominant victory in Group E.
Why it matters
This match marks a significant opening performance for Germany in the 2026 World Cup, establishing their momentum in the tournament.
Germany Germany GER WWWWW , 3 PTS 7 WWWWW , 3 PTS FT Curaçao Curaçao CUW LWLLL , 0 PTS 1 LWLLL , 0 PTS Felix Nmecha - 6 Nico Schlotterbeck - 38 Kai Havertz - 45 +5 Pen, 88 Jamal Musiala - 47 Nathaniel Brown - 68 Deniz Undav - 78 Livano Comenencia - 21 Summary Report Commentary Statistics Line-Ups Videos Havertz double leads Germany in WC opening rout of Curaçao By ESPN News Services Updated: Jun 14, 2026, 05:31 pm Facebook Facebook Messenger Twitter Email HOUSTON -- Kai Havertz scored two goals as Germany pulled away from World Cup first-timer Curaçao late in the opening half and piled on after that in a 7-1 win Sunday in Group E.
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