Germany vs Curacao: Photo Gallery
Germany put on a show in Houston, defeating Curacao 7-1 to begin their World Cup journey.
📸 Relive the match through the lens of our photographer Omar Duran with our full photo gallery from Houston Stadium.
(image via Omar Duran)
Germany Too Much for Curacao in Houston’s World Cup Opener
After Curacao stunned the Houston crowd with its first-ever World Cup goal, Germany responded with six unanswered goals to cruise to a 7-1 victory and take control of Group E.
(image via Omar Duran)
Germany and Curacao Clash in Houston’s World Cup Opener
The wait is over. Houston officially becomes a World Cup city today as Germany and Curaçao kick off the city's first match of the 2026 tournament. We preview Germany's championship aspirations, Curaçao's historic World Cup debut, and what this moment means for Houston as the world turns its attention to the Bayou City.
(image via Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)
FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview: Curacao
The smallest nation ever to qualify for a FIFA World Cup is headed to Houston. From their historic qualifying campaign to the players and storylines to watch, we break down Curacao's remarkable journey to football's biggest stage.
(image via Scott Heppell/AP)