Havertz sparks Germany's 7-1 rout of Curaçao after underdogs' historic 1st goal in World Cup

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. …