Germany launched their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in emphatic fashion with a 7-1 victory over Curaçao in their Group E opener. Although the Caribbean side briefly stunned the Germans by equalising through Livano Comenencia, who scored Curaçao’s first-ever World Cup goal, the four-time world champions quickly regained control and overwhelmed the tournament debutants. Goals from several German players, including a brace by Kai Havertz, highlighted a commanding attacking display as Germany dominated possession and created chances throughout the match.
The convincing win sends an early warning to their rivals and underlines Germany’s ambitions of making a deep run in the tournament. Despite the heavy defeat, Curaçao’s historic first appearance on football’s biggest stage and their maiden World Cup goal provided a memorable moment for the nation.