Germany - Curacao / 2026 FIFA World Cup

Follow the LIVE broadcast of the Germany vs. Curacao match in Group E of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on ŠPORT.sk! The match, which you can also watch live on JOJ play, kicks off at 7:00 PM CET.

Sunday evening will witness a fascinating clash of two vastly different footballing worlds at the World Cup. While the German national team embarks on its mission to secure a fifth World Cup title, their opponents from the exotic island of Curacao are set to make their absolute debut at the planet's most prestigious tournament. The odds couldn't be clearer, and for the newcomers, it will be a baptism of fire of the highest intensity.

The squad, playing under the flag of the nation located near the Venezuelan coast, has already surprised the footballing public simply by qualifying. This team, largely composed of players from Dutch leagues, was long considered a footballing minnow – indeed, they only reached the continental Gold Cup in 2017 after an endless 44-year wait. Last year, at the same tournament, they only managed two points in the group stage but shocked favored Canada with a 1-1 draw. However, the true miracle came in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, where Curacao sensationally topped their group ahead of favored Jamaica, securing a direct ticket across the ocean.

However, pre-tournament tests have painted a harsh picture for the Caribbean representatives. In March, during a tour in Australia, they fell to China (0-2) and the home team (1-5). Two weeks ago, they suffered another tough blow in Scotland, losing 1-4. Although they redeemed themselves in their final warm-up match with a comfortable 4-0 triumph over Aruba, their chances against world-class opposition are minimal.

On the other side of the barricade stands the German powerhouse, arriving in excellent form. Germany's journey to the final tournament didn't start ideally, as they unexpectedly stumbled in Slovakia in the opening qualifying block, suffering a 0-2 defeat. However, this setback served as a perfect wake-up call. A series of five victories followed, securing their direct qualification, and the team carried this winning mentality into their preparatory period.

In the spring, the German footballers navigated a thrilling 4-3 shootout in Switzerland and then overcame Ghana 2-1. Just before their departure for North America, they thrashed Finland 4-0, and in their final warm-up match in Chicago, they defeated the USA 2-1. A huge asset is striker Kai Havertz, who is shining for the fresh English champions, Arsenal. The only question mark in the German camp was the fitness of legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, but according to the latest reports, he should be ready to start.

These two national teams have never faced each other in history. A clear-cut match and dominance from the European favorites are expected from the first whistle.