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Germany hit Curacao for seven to open their World Cup

Germany hit Curacao for seven to open their World Cup

Summary

Germany won their opening World Cup match by beating Curacao 7-1 in Houston, Texas. This is Germany’s first World Cup opening win since 2014, and the big victory improves their chances of moving on to the knockout stages.

Key Facts

  • Germany defeated Curacao 7-1 in their first group match of the World Cup.
  • The game took place in Houston, Texas, in the United States.
  • This was Germany’s first opening match win at a World Cup since they won in 2014.
  • Curacao is playing in the World Cup for the first time.
  • German players who scored include Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Kai Havertz (2 goals), Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown, and Deniz Undav.
  • Manuel Neuer, the German goalkeeper, is playing in his fifth World Cup and is the oldest German player at 40 years old.
  • Germany will next face Ecuador and Ivory Coast in Group E.
  • The final score, 7-1, matches Germany’s famous win over Brazil in the 2014 World Cup semifinals.
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