Germany
13:00 ET
scheduled
Curacao
Match Details
| Stage | Group Stage |
| Group | Group E |
| Date | Sunday, June 14, 2026 |
| Kick-off | 13:00 ET |
| Status | scheduled |
Match Preview
Germany open their World Cup 2026 campaign against debutants Curaçao at NRG Stadium in Houston. Julian Nagelsmann's side, captained by Joshua Kimmich and featuring the comeback story of 40-year-old Manuel Neuer in goal, leans on the creative spine of Musiala, Wirtz and Havertz. Curaçao — the smallest nation ever to reach a men's World Cup by population — is led by veteran coach Dick Advocaat and will defend deeply. Anything other than a routine German win would shake Group E from minute one.
📺 Where to Watch
Top broadcaster in each team's home country.
Germany
Germany
Magenta Sport
Streaming
Curacao
Curaçao
Nos Pais Television
Free TV
Probable Lineups
Projected starting XI based on the announced squad, ranked by international caps. Final lineups confirmed by FIFA an hour before kick-off.
Germany
- GK Manuel Neuer Bayern Munich
- DF Joshua Kimmich Bayern Munich
- DF Antonio Rüdiger Real Madrid
- DF Jonathan Tah Bayern Munich
- DF David Raum RB Leipzig
- MF Leroy Sané Galatasaray
- MF Leon Goretzka Bayern Munich
- MF Jamal Musiala Bayern Munich
- MF Florian Wirtz Liverpool
- FW Kai Havertz Arsenal
- FW Nick Woltemade Newcastle United
Curacao
- GK Eloy Room Miami FC
- DF Juriën Gaari Abha
- DF Roshon van Eijma RKC Waalwijk
- DF Sherel Floranus PEC Zwolle
- DF Joshua Brenet Kayserispor
- MF Leandro Bacuna Iğdır
- MF Juninho Bacuna Volendam
- MF Godfried Roemeratoe RKC Waalwijk
- MF Livano Comenencia Zürich
- FW Kenji Gorré Maccabi Haifa
- FW Brandley Kuwas Volendam
Match Prediction
Germany
45%
Draw
23%
32%
Curacao
Based on FIFA rankings and tournament data
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Group E
Group
Group E
Julian Nagelsmann
Coach
Dick Advocaat
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Ecuador Frequently Asked Questions
When does Germany vs Curaçao kick off?
The match kicks off on June 14, 2026 at 13:00 ET at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.
What is the prediction for Germany vs Curaçao?
Germany are overwhelming favourites. With Musiala, Wirtz and Havertz in attack and a settled Bayern-heavy spine, a 3-0 or 4-0 win is the baseline projection. Curaçao's low block under Advocaat may limit damage.
Why is Manuel Neuer playing for Germany again?
Neuer, 40, retired from international football in 2024 but was convinced by Julian Nagelsmann to return for the 2026 World Cup. He starts the tournament as Germany's No. 1 with Oliver Baumann as backup.