Germany opened its World Cup campaign with a stunning 7-1 victory over Curaçao, a result that instantly shifted expectations in the group.
Early fireworks set the tone
Florian Wirtz ignited the scoring in the sixth minute, slipping a precise pass to Felix Nmecha, who finished calmly to put Germany ahead.
Curaçao answered quickly, with Livano Comenencia equalising and briefly leveling the sides.
Defender Nico Schlotterbeck doubled the lead just before halftime, capitalising on a well‑rehearsed set piece that left the opposition scrambling.
Strategic precision after the break
Kai Havertz converted a penalty moments before the interval, extending the lead to three and showcasing Germany’s composure under pressure.
The second half saw Jamal Musiala add a fourth goal, followed by Nathaniel Brown’s strike in the 68th minute, while Deniz Undav’s finish, set up by his teammates, completed a flurry of attacks.
Havertz capped the scoring with a second goal, sealing a 7-1 final tally that highlighted Germany’s depth and tactical flexibility.
Coach Julian Nagelsmann praised the collective effort, noting the contributions of veterans such as Joshua Kimmich and Jonathan Tah, while emerging talents like Luka Vušković, Manu Koné, Givairo Read, Lewis Hall, Antonee Robinson and Rio Ngumoha added further dynamism.
The performance not only underscored Germany’s attacking prowess but also signalled a promising balance between youth and experience as the tournament progresses.