Germany vs Curaçao Result: Germany 7–1 Curaçao — World Cup 2026 Matchday 1
Quick answer: Germany 7–1 Curaçao at NRG Stadium, Houston on June 14, 2026 — Group E, Match 10. Scorers: Germany: Felix Nmecha (6'), Nico Schlotterbeck (38'), Kai Havertz (45+5'), Jamal Musiala (47'), Nathaniel Brown (68'), Deniz Undav (78'), Kai Havertz (88'). Curaçao: Livano Comenencia (21').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | Germany 7–1 Curaçao |
| Group | E |
| Match | #10 (Matchday 1) |
| Date | June 14, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 14:00 |
| Venue | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| Stage | Group stage — Matchday 1 |
| Goal scorers | Germany: Felix Nmecha 6', Nico Schlotterbeck 38', Kai Havertz 45+5', Jamal Musiala 47', Nathaniel Brown 68', Deniz Undav 78', Kai Havertz 88'; Curaçao: Livano Comenencia 21' |
Goal Scorers
- 6'Felix Nmecha
- 38'Nico Schlotterbeck
- 45+5'Kai Havertz
- 47'Jamal Musiala
- 68'Nathaniel Brown
- 78'Deniz Undav
- 88'Kai Havertz
- 21'Livano Comenencia
Match Summary
Germany demolished World Cup debutants Curaçao 7-1 at NRG Stadium in the most one-sided result of Matchday 1. Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Kai Havertz (twice), Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown and Deniz Undav scored for Germany; Livano Comenencia replied for Curaçao.
Player of the match: Kai Havertz.
Key Moments
- Felix Nmecha opened the scoring in the 6th minute before Livano Comenencia pulled one back for Curaçao in the 21st minute.
- Germany scored four before half-time through Schlotterbeck, Havertz (45+5') and Musiala (47').
- Brown, Undav and a second Havertz goal completed a ruthless second-half display.
Group E Standings After Matchday 1
Germany top Group E with a +6 goal difference. Ivory Coast and Ecuador face a monumental task to catch them.
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What This Means for Germany & Curaçao
Germany take three points from Matchday 1. Curaçao must respond on Matchday 2.
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What's Next — Matchday 2
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| Germany | Full schedule — Group E |
| Curaçao | Full schedule — Group E |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Germany vs Curaçao score at World Cup 2026?
Germany 7–1 Curaçao — played at NRG Stadium, Houston on June 14, 2026 (Group E, Matchday 1).
Who won Germany vs Curaçao World Cup 2026?
Germany won 7–1.
Where was Germany vs Curaçao played?
NRG Stadium, Houston — kickoff 14:00 local time.
What group is Germany vs Curaçao in?
Group E at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How does this result affect Group E?
Germany top Group E with a +6 goal difference. Ivory Coast and Ecuador face a monumental task to catch them.
Who scored in Germany vs Curaçao?
Germany: Felix Nmecha 6', Nico Schlotterbeck 38', Kai Havertz 45+5', Jamal Musiala 47', Nathaniel Brown 68', Deniz Undav 78', Kai Havertz 88'. Curaçao: Livano Comenencia 21'.