Round 1 ·
Germany
4-2-3-1
Julian Nagelsmann
WinnerHT: 3-1
Curacao
4-3-1-2
Dick Advocaat
Updated:
Half Time
3–1
90 Min
7–1
Goal Scorers
Assists
Ball Possession
Corners
Counter Attacks
Fouls
Free Kicks
Goal Attempts
Goal Kicks
Goals
Offsides
Red Cards
Saves
Shots Off Target
Shots On Target
Substitutions
Throws In
Treatments
Yellow Cards
Attacks
Dangerous Attacks
Total Passes
Germany
4-2-3-1 · Julian Nagelsmann
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Curacao
4-3-1-2 · Dick Advocaat
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
Germany turned World Cup Group E Round 1 into a statement night at NRG Stadium in Houston, overwhelming Curacao 7-1 after a first half that already pointed one way. Julian Nagelsmann's side moved to 1 win from 1 played, with 7 goals for, 1 against and a goal difference of 6, while Curacao stayed on 0 points after 1 played and a goal difference of -6 under Dick Advocaat.
The pattern was clear from the opening minutes. Germany struck in the 6th minute, Curacao levelled in the 21st, and then Germany rebuilt control before the break through goals in the 38th minute and from a penalty in the 45th minute. At half-time the scoreboard read 3-1, and the rhythm of the match left little doubt that Germany had already taken hold of the contest before the interval.
After the restart, Germany pushed the match beyond reach with goals in the 47th, 68th, 78th and 88th minutes. That sequence underlined the gap between the sides in this group meeting: Germany's 7 goals for and 6-point scoring difference after 1 game contrasted sharply with Curacao's 1 goal for and 7 against. For Bangladesh supporters, the late run of goals would have made the Sunday 14 June, 23:00 +06 kickoff at least straightforward to follow on T Sports or GTV.
Kai Havertz was named player of the match, a fitting recognition on a night when Germany's front line and midfield repeatedly found the spaces to punish Curacao. Julian Nagelsmann's team now sit top of the group with 3 points, 7 goals for and only 1 against, a platform built on control in both boxes and a clean response after the 21st-minute equaliser.
For Bangladesh fans, the result offered a clear early read on the group: Germany's 6-goal advantage over Curacao and their 3-point start make them the side to chase in World Cup Group E. The next step for both teams will be shaped by how Germany manage the lead and how Curacao respond after opening with a heavy loss.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
Germany will step into World Cup Group E Round 1 at NRG Stadium with the pressure of their league position 3 already in view, while Curacao arrive as the side sitting in league position 1. Both teams are listed on 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses, so this first meeting will begin with a clean slate on the table, but the standing order still gives the contest an early edge and a clear storyline for Bangladesh fans tracking the opening night.
That contrast makes the encounter at Houston feel like an immediate test of status as much as form. Germany, led by Julian Nagelsmann, will carry the expectation that comes with a top-three placing, even though their record shows 0 played, 0 goals for and 0 goals against. Curacao, coached by Dick Advocaat, arrive with the unusual label of league position 1 while carrying the same blank statistical line, which means the opening 90 minutes will define how both sides are viewed long before any wider campaign takes shape.
The numbers around the match are sparse, but they still tell a sharp story. Germany have 0 league points and a 0 goal difference, and Curacao also stand on 0 league points with a 0 goal difference, so neither team can claim a mathematical edge from output alone. The venue in Houston adds a neutral setting to the night, and the local kick-off in Bangladesh will be Sunday 14 June, 23:00 +06, which makes this a late fixture for supporters following from home. For viewers in Bangladesh, the timing will favour a full preview of how each coach approaches a first step that already carries table weight.
Even without a points gap between the top two on the current board, the match still carries consequence because Curacao lead with 0 points and Germany sit in 3, so any opening outcome will immediately alter the shape of World Cup Group E. In a group setting where every early point matters, the teams will know that a first result can quickly turn a sterile table into a real race. That is why the combination of Germany, Curacao, Houston and the Round 1 setting gives this game more weight than a simple opener.
For Bangladesh fans, the fixture will fit the kind of late-night international window that rewards staying with the contest from the first whistle, especially with the venue at NRG Stadium and the broadcast options of T Sports and GTV. Germany will be expected to use the authority suggested by league position 3, while Curacao will try to defend the top spot on the table for as long as they can. With both coaches starting from 0 on every major column, the result will matter immediately for standing, mood and momentum.
Whatever the outcome, this Round 1 meeting at NRG Stadium will set the first benchmark for both sides in World Cup Group E, and Bangladesh supporters will see the table move from zeroes to a real early reference point.
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Ball possession: Germany: 65%, Curacao: 35%.
The cross by David Raum from Germany successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Dangerous challenge by Livano Comenencia from Curacao. Aleksandar Pavlovic on the receiving end of that.
Nico Schlotterbeck makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Aleksandar Pavlovic makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Curacao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Germany take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nico Schlotterbeck from Germany intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Curacao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Curacao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Aleksandar Pavlovic makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The fourth official shows there are 5 minute(s) of time to be added
Riechedly Bazoer from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Germany: 67%, Curacao: 33%.
Leon Goretzka made the key pass for the goal!
Deniz Undav provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - An excellent lob by Kai Havertz from Germany with the left foot.
Leon Goretzka makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Curacao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Obstruction as Sherel Floranus cuts off the run of Manuel Neuer. A free-kick is awarded.
Aleksandar Pavlovic from Germany goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Juninho Bacuna
Good effort by David Raum as he directs a shot on target, but Eloy Room saves it
Ball possession: Germany: 68%, Curacao: 32%.
Waldemar Anton makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Leon Goretzka from Germany intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Jeremy Antonisse swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Waldemar Anton relieves the pressure with a clearance
David Raum makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Gervane Kastaneer hand-balls
Gervane Kastaneer controls the ball with his hand
Leon Goretzka wins an air challenge against Gervane Kastaneer
Joshua Kimmich is leaving the field to be replaced by Waldemar Anton in a tactical substitution.
Tahith Chong is leaving the field to be replaced by Gervane Kastaneer in a tactical substitution.
David Raum swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Deveron Fonville relieves the pressure with a clearance
David Raum makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Germany take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Antonio Ruediger makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: Germany: 67%, Curacao: 33%.
Riechedly Bazoer from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Leroy Sane makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deniz Undav managed to score from an easy position.
Kai Havertz made the key pass for the goal!
Joshua Kimmich provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Deniz Undav scores with the right foot!
The cross by Joshua Kimmich from Germany successfully finds a teammate in the box.
The cross by Kai Havertz from Germany successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Nico Schlotterbeck makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Eloy Room from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Deveron Fonville from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Goal kick for Germany
Jearl Margaritha from Curacao sends an effort wide of target
Jearl Margaritha goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Jearl Margaritha but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Jearl Margaritha finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Goal kick for Germany
Tahith Chong from Curacao sends an effort wide of target
Tahith Chong goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Tahith Chong but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Tahith Chong finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Tahith Chong from Curacao sends an effort wide of target
Tahith Chong goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Tahith Chong but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Tahith Chong finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Ball possession: Germany: 67%, Curacao: 33%.
Antonio Ruediger wins an air challenge against Jearl Margaritha
The referee signals a free kick as Aleksandar Pavlovic from Germany trips Tahith Chong
Leandro Bacuna makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Aleksandar Pavlovic is penalised for pushing Tahith Chong
Nathaniel Brown is leaving the field to be replaced by David Raum in a tactical substitution.
Felix Nmecha is leaving the field to be replaced by Leon Goretzka in a tactical substitution.
Jonathan Tah is leaving the field to be replaced by Antonio Ruediger in a tactical substitution.
Today's attendance is 68021
Water break. It's hot out there today and the game is paused so the players can take some liquids on-board.
Deniz Undav provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Nathaniel Brown volleys the ball into the back of the net with the right. A great finish!
Germany are trying to create something here.
Armando Obispo from Curacao is ruled offside
Livano Comenencia fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Nico Schlotterbeck from Germany intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Dangerous challenge by Deniz Undav from Germany. Leandro Bacuna on the receiving end of that.
Jonathan Tah from Germany intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Curacao are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Curacao
Ball possession: Germany: 69%, Curacao: 31%.
Jurgen Locadia is leaving the field to be replaced by Jearl Margaritha in a tactical substitution.
Jamal Musiala is leaving the field to be replaced by Deniz Undav in a tactical substitution.
Goal kick for Curacao
Oooh... that was a sitter! Leroy Sane should have scored from that position
Leroy Sane from Germany sends an effort wide of target
Leroy Sane goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Leroy Sane but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Leroy Sane finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Jonathan Tah creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Goal kick for Germany
A chance presents itself to Leandro Bacuna from Curacao but his header goes wide
The cross by Jeremy Antonisse from Curacao successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Jonathan Tah from Germany goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Jurgen Locadia
Kai Havertz from Germany intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Aleksandar Pavlovic is penalised for pushing Tahith Chong
Curacao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Nico Schlotterbeck from Germany trips Tahith Chong
Nico Schlotterbeck is penalised for pushing Tahith Chong
Ball possession: Germany: 69%, Curacao: 31%.
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Germany are in control of the ball.
Germany take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Nathaniel Brown from Germany trips Livano Comenencia
Livano Comenencia makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Felix Nmecha makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Felix Nmecha wins an air challenge against Juninho Bacuna
The referee signals a free kick as Jamal Musiala from Germany trips Tahith Chong
Ball possession: Germany: 69%, Curacao: 31%.
Goal kick for Curacao
Aleksandar Pavlovic fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Armando Obispo successfully blocks the shot
Kai Havertz from Germany sends an effort wide of target
Kai Havertz goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Kai Havertz but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Kai Havertz finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Manuel Neuer relieves the pressure with a clearance
Leandro Bacuna from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Leroy Sane from Germany takes a short corner kick from the right.
Leandro Bacuna successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Florian Wirtz is blocked
The cross by Joshua Kimmich from Germany successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Kai Havertz is penalised for pushing Leandro Bacuna
Nathaniel Brown from Germany goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Tahith Chong
Curacao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Curacao
The referee signals a free kick as Tahith Chong from Curacao trips Nico Schlotterbeck
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Good effort by Felix Nmecha as he directs a shot on target, but Eloy Room saves it
Ball possession: Germany: 72%, Curacao: 28%.
The referee signals a free kick as Deveron Fonville from Curacao trips Leroy Sane
Deveron Fonville makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Germany take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Leroy Sane made the key pass for the goal!
Joshua Kimmich provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Jamal Musiala scores with the right foot!
Joshua Kimmich creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
The referee signals a free kick as Riechedly Bazoer from Curacao trips Jamal Musiala
Germany are in control of the ball.
Sontje Hansen is leaving the field to be replaced by Jeremy Antonisse in a tactical substitution.
The second half is underway
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Ball possession: Germany: 71%, Curacao: 29%.
G O O O A A A L - Kai Havertz from Germany puts it away from the penalty spot with the left foot! Eloy Room chose the wrong side.
PENALTY! - Riechedly Bazoer commits a clear foul on Felix Nmecha in the area and it's a penalty!
The cross by Nathaniel Brown from Germany successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Sontje Hansen shoots from outside the box, but Manuel Neuer has it under control
Sontje Hansen tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Manuel Neuer
Tahith Chong makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Sontje Hansen makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The fourth official shows there are 4 minute(s) of time to be added
Juninho Bacuna successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Aleksandar Pavlovic is blocked
Livano Comenencia successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Nathaniel Brown is blocked
Riechedly Bazoer relieves the pressure with a clearance
Eloy Room from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nathaniel Brown swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Ball possession: Germany: 70%, Curacao: 30%.
Livano Comenencia successfully blocks the shot
Nico Schlotterbeck from Germany heads towards goal but sees his effort blocked.
Nico Schlotterbeck wins an air challenge against Leandro Bacuna
Joshua Kimmich from Germany swings in the corner from the left.
Sherel Floranus relieves the pressure with a clearance
Jamal Musiala makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Armando Obispo wins an air challenge against Kai Havertz
Germany are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Curacao
Felix Nmecha makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The referee signals a free kick as Juninho Bacuna from Curacao trips Kai Havertz
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Germany: 71%, Curacao: 29%.
Leroy Sane from Germany goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Deveron Fonville
Nico Schlotterbeck wins an air challenge against Jurgen Locadia
Nathaniel Brown provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Nico Schlotterbeck Germany scores with a header.
Nathaniel Brown from Germany swings in the corner from the right.
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped while the referee talks to the players.
Riechedly Bazoer relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Germany
Juninho Bacuna fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Ball possession: Germany: 72%, Curacao: 28%.
Nico Schlotterbeck is penalised for pushing Jurgen Locadia
Goal kick for Curacao
Curacao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Deveron Fonville successfully blocks the shot
Leroy Sane from Germany sends an effort wide of target
Leroy Sane goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Leroy Sane but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Leroy Sane finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Florian Wirtz creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Florian Wirtz makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Livano Comenencia from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Joshua Kimmich swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Livano Comenencia successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Aleksandar Pavlovic is blocked
Leroy Sane creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Ball possession: Germany: 70%, Curacao: 30%.
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Sontje Hansen relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nico Schlotterbeck from Germany heads the ball, but it's a terrible effort nowhere near the goal.
Nathaniel Brown from Germany swings in the corner from the right.
Armando Obispo relieves the pressure with a clearance
Eloy Room from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nathaniel Brown swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Nico Schlotterbeck sends a header towards goal, but Eloy Room is there to comfortably save it
Nico Schlotterbeck wins an air challenge against Sherel Floranus
The cross by Joshua Kimmich from Germany successfully finds a teammate in the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Leandro Bacuna from Curacao trips Jamal Musiala
Goal kick for Germany
Ball possession: Germany: 69%, Curacao: 31%.
The game is restarted
Water break. It's hot out there today and the game is paused so the players can take some liquids on-board.
Goal kick for Germany
With that goal, Curacao equalised. Game on!
G O O O A A A L! - Livano Comenencia from Curacao scores after his effort with the left foot is deflected past the goalkeeper.
Nico Schlotterbeck relieves the pressure with a clearance
Felix Nmecha from Germany goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Juninho Bacuna
Goal kick for Curacao
Goal kick for Germany
Ball possession: Germany: 72%, Curacao: 28%.
Leandro Bacuna fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Jamal Musiala makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The cross by Livano Comenencia from Curacao successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Jonathan Tah could cost his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Jamal Musiala from Germany trips Tahith Chong
Jonathan Tah is penalised for pushing Jurgen Locadia
Curacao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Curacao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Leandro Bacuna from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Germany take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Germany: 76%, Curacao: 24%.
Goal kick for Curacao
Florian Wirtz from Germany sends an effort wide of target
Florian Wirtz goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Florian Wirtz but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Florian Wirtz finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Germany are in control of the ball.
Dangerous challenge by Jurgen Locadia from Curacao. Joshua Kimmich on the receiving end of that.
Good effort by Felix Nmecha as he directs a shot on target, but Eloy Room saves it
The cross by Aleksandar Pavlovic from Germany successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Goal kick for Curacao
Leroy Sane from Germany sends an effort wide of target
Leroy Sane goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Leroy Sane but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Leroy Sane finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Jamal Musiala creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Armando Obispo successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Florian Wirtz is blocked
Ball possession: Germany: 65%, Curacao: 35%.
Riechedly Bazoer makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Germany take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Curacao
Felix Nmecha fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Goal kick for Curacao
Sherel Floranus relieves the pressure with a clearance
Riechedly Bazoer successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Jamal Musiala is blocked
Felix Nmecha made the key pass for the goal!
Florian Wirtz provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Felix Nmecha scores with the right foot!
Armando Obispo successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Jamal Musiala is blocked
Ball possession: Germany: 55%, Curacao: 45%.
The referee signals a free kick as Juninho Bacuna from Curacao trips Joshua Kimmich
Sontje Hansen makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Florian Wirtz makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Goal kick for Germany
Nico Schlotterbeck makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Aleksandar Pavlovic is penalised for pushing Deveron Fonville
Riechedly Bazoer from Curacao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nico Schlotterbeck wins an air challenge against Jurgen Locadia
The referee signals a free kick as Aleksandar Pavlovic from Germany trips Tahith Chong
Germany take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.
The weather only plays a minor part today, as the stadium roof has been taken into use
Curacao kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to NRG Stadium, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to NRG Stadium where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to NRG Stadium where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to NRG Stadium, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to NRG Stadium, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from NRG Stadium. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
Local broadcast partners for Bangladesh have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Bangladesh broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Germany vs Curacao kicks off on Sunday 14 June 2026 at 23:00 +06 in Bangladesh.
Local broadcast partners for Bangladesh have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Bangladesh broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
No injuries or suspensions are listed for Germany or Curacao.
Germany and Curacao have no recorded wins, draws, or losses against each other in the last 8 meetings listed here.
This is World Cup Group E, Round 1, played at NRG Stadium in Houston, USA.
Status
Finished
Attendance
68,021
Minute
90+1'
Winner
Germany
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