Havertz sparks Germany's 7-1 rout of Curaçao after underdogs' historic 1st goal in World Cup
Kai Havertz scored two goals as Germany pulled away from World Cup first-timer Curaçao late in the opening half and piled on after that in a 7-1 win in a group match.
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Havertz sparks Germany's 7-1 rout of Curaçao after underdogs' historic 1st goal in World Cup June 14, 20268:06 PM ET By The Associated Press Germany's Kai Havertz celebrates with teammate Jonathan Tah, left, after scoring his side's third goal during the World Cup Group E soccer match between Germany and Curacao in Houston, Sunday, June 14, 2026. Karen Warren/AP hide caption toggle caption Karen Warren/AP HOUSTON — Germany's seven-goal rout of Curaçao in its World Cup opener on Sunday was the perfect outcome to overshadow a close first half and boost the team after consecutive group-stage exits for the four-time champions. Kai Havertz scored two goals as Germany pulled away from World Cup first-timer Curaçao and piled it on in a 7-1 win in group play.
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