Germany crush Curacao 7-1 in World Cup opener

Germany began their Fifa World Cup campaign in ruthless
fashion, sweeping aside debutants Curacao 7–1 in their Group E clash at
Houston's NRG Stadium today (14 June).
Germany took an early lead in the
6th minute through Felix Nmecha, who finished off a sharp attacking move inside
the penalty area.
The four-time world champions
dominated possession and looked in complete control, but Curacao stunned the
stadium in the 21st minute when Livano Comenencia scored a deflected effort to
register their first-ever World Cup goal.
The joy, however, did not last long. Germany restored their advantage in the
28th minute when Nico Schlotterbeck rose highest to head home from a set-piece.
Just before half-time, Kai Havertz confidently converted from the penalty spot
in the 44th minute to make it 3–1 and went for half-time.
Any hopes of a Curacao fightback
disappeared immediately after the first half, as Jamal Musiala struck in the
46th minute with a composed finish.
Germany continued their relentless
pressure, with Nathaniel Brown adding the fifth goal in the 60th minute,
followed by Deniz Undav in the 72nd minute after a rebound inside the box.
Havertz completed his brace late in
the match, scoring again between the 88th minute to seal a comprehensive 7–1
victory for Germany.
















