Germany Crush Curaçao 7–1 in World Cup Thriller | Havertz Double, Musiala Shines, Neuer Sets Record
- By Thetripurapost Sports Desk, HOUSTON, UNITED STATES
- Jun 15, 2026
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Four-time champions Germany Germany national football team began their FIFA World Cup journey with a ruthless attacking display, demolishing Curaçao national football team 7–1 in a Group E clash that underlined their title ambitions.
Despite the heavy loss, Curaçao created history by scoring their first-ever World Cup goal in their debut appearance.
Match Summary: Germany vs Curaçao 7–1 Full Time Result
Germany controlled possession early and opened the scoring in the 6th minute, setting the tone for a dominant performance.
Curaçao briefly stunned the favourites in the 21st minute when Livano Comenencia scored a historic equaliser, marking the nation’s first goal in World Cup history.
However, Germany’s superiority soon reasserted itself, with six additional goals after halftime sealing a comprehensive victory.
First Half Highlights: Penalty + Set-Piece Domination
Germany restored their lead in the 38th minute through a powerful header by Nico Schlotterbeck from a corner.
Just before halftime, Germany earned a penalty after a foul inside the box. Kai Havertz converted confidently, giving Germany a 3–1 lead at the break.
Second Half Goals: Germany’s Attacking Masterclass
The second half turned into a one-sided attacking exhibition:
- Jamal Musiala extended the lead immediately after the restart
- Nathaniel Brown added a fourth goal in the 68th minute
- Deniz Undav struck in the 78th minute
- Kai Havertz completed his brace in the 88th minute
Germany’s high press, quick transitions, and finishing quality overwhelmed Curaçao’s defense completely.
Key Players & Records
Kai Havertz (Germany)
Scored twice and led the attacking front with clinical finishing.
Jamal Musiala (Germany)
Controlled midfield rhythm and added a crucial second-half goal.
Manuel Neuer Record
Manuel Neuer became the oldest German player to appear in a major international tournament at 40 years and 79 days.
Historical Note
Lothar Matthäus previously held the age record at a major UEFA tournament.
Historic Moments for Curaçao
- First World Cup appearance
- Smallest nation ever to qualify for a FIFA World Cup
- First World Cup goal scored by Livano Comenencia (21’)
What’s Next in Group E
- Germany vs Ivory Coast — Next fixture
- Curaçao vs Ecuador — Must-win match to stay alive
FAQ – Germany vs Curaçao 7–1 Match
Q1: What was the final score between Germany and Curaçao?
Germany won 7–1 in a dominant World Cup Group E match.
Q2: Who scored for Germany?
Kai Havertz (2), Jamal Musiala, Nico Schlotterbeck, Nathaniel Brown, and Deniz Undav were among the scorers.
Q3: Did Curaçao score in the match?
Yes, Livano Comenencia scored Curaçao’s first-ever World Cup goal.
Q4: What record did Manuel Neuer set?
He became the oldest German player to feature in a major international tournament at 40 years and 79 days.
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