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Germany defeats Curaçao 3-1 in 2026 World Cup group stage match
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Germany secured a 3-1 victory over Curaçao in a 2026 World Cup group stage match held at NRG Stadium in Houston. The game saw Germany's F. Nmecha score in the 6th minute, followed by Curaçao's L. Comenencia equalizing in the 21st minute. Germany then took the lead with a goal from N. Schlotterbeck in the 38th minute, and K. Havertz extended their lead just before halftime in the 45+5th minute. The score remained 3-1 at halftime. The match kicked off at 17:00 Dakar time on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
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