# World Cup 2026 Day 4 Recap: Germany Crushes Curaçao 7-1, Japan Stuns Netherlands with Late Equalizer
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**June 14, 2026** — Day 4 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered drama, history, and goals in abundance as Groups E and F kicked off across the United States and Mexico. From Germany’s goal parade in Houston to Japan’s stunning late comeback in Arlington, here’s everything you need to know.
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## 📊 Sunday, June 14 — Results at a Glance
| Match | Group | Venue | Result |
|——-|——-|——-|——–|
| Germany vs. Curaçao | E | NRG Stadium, Houston | **7-1** |
| Netherlands vs. Japan | F | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | **2-2** |
| Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador | E | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia | *In Progress* |
| Sweden vs. Tunisia | F | Estadio BBVA, Monterrey | *10 PM ET* |
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## 🇩🇪 Germany 7-1 Curaçao — Havertz Double Leads the Rout
**Scorers:** Nmecha 6′, Comenencia 21′ (CUR), Schlotterbeck 38′, Havertz 45+5′ (P), 88′, Musiala 47′, Brown 68′, Undav 78′
Germany opened their World Cup campaign in devastating fashion, demolishing tournament debutants Curaçao 7-1 at NRG Stadium in Houston. Kai Havertz led the charge with a brace, while six different German players got on the scoresheet.
**Key Moments:**
– **6’** — Felix Nmecha opened the scoring early, slotting home after a neat build-up
– **21’** — **HISTORY MADE:** Livano Comenencia scored Curaçao’s **first-ever World Cup goal**, a moment the island nation will never forget. The stadium erupted as the underdog briefly silenced the German onslaught
– **38’** — Nico Schlotterbeck restored Germany’s lead with a powerful header
– **45+5’** — Havertz converted from the penalty spot after Nmecha was fouled
– **47’** — Jamal Musiala made it 4-1 just after the break
– **68’** — Nathaniel Brown added a fifth with a composed finish
– **78’** — Substitute Deniz Undav tapped in after Joshua Kimmich’s unselfish pass
– **88’** — Havertz clipped the ball over the keeper for his second of the night
Despite the lopsided scoreline, Curaçao showed real spirit and had their moment of glory. For Germany, it was a statement win as they chase a fifth World Cup title.
> “It was a beautiful moment for us,” said Curaçao’s Livano Comenencia after scoring the historic goal. “This is what we dreamed of.”
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## 🇳🇱 Netherlands 2-2 Japan — Kamada’s Late Heroics
**Scorers:** Summerville 64′, Ogawa 88′, Kamada 90+2′ (JPN)
At AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the Netherlands dominated possession but were held to a 2-2 draw by a resilient Japan side that never stopped believing.
The Dutch controlled much of the game through Frenkie de Jong and Ryan Gravenberch in midfield, but struggled to break down Japan’s organized defense. Crysencio Summerville’s individual brilliance gave the Netherlands the lead in the 64th minute, curling a shot into the top corner.
Japan pushed forward in the closing stages. **Koki Ogawa leveled the score in the 88th minute** with a powerful header from a corner, and then **Daichi Kamada completed the turnaround in second-half stoppage time**, deflecting Ogawa’s header past the Dutch goalkeeper to make it 2-2.
**Key Stats:**
– Netherlands had 68% possession but only managed 4 shots on target
– Japan scored twice in the final 10 minutes, including stoppage time
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## 🔮 What’s Coming Up Tonight
Two more matches remain on Day 4:
| Match | Group | Venue | Time (ET) | TV |
|——-|——-|——-|———–|—–|
| **Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador** | E | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia | 7:00 PM | FS1, fubo |
| **Sweden vs. Tunisia** | F | Estadio BBVA, Monterrey | 10:00 PM | FS1, fubo |
Ivory Coast and Ecuador face off in what promises to be a tightly contested Group E battle, while Sweden takes on Tunisia in Mexico with both sides eyeing a winning start to Group F.
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## 📅 Looking Ahead — Monday, June 15
| Match | Group | Venue | Time (ET) |
|——-|——-|——-|———–|
| Argentina vs. Iran | G | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles | 12:00 PM |
| England vs. Saudi Arabia | G | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara | 3:00 PM |
| Portugal vs. Ghana | H | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | 6:00 PM |
| Belgium vs. Algeria | H | BC Place, Vancouver | 9:00 PM |
Groups G and H kick off on Monday, featuring heavyweights like Argentina, England, and Portugal. Lionel Messi’s Argentina face Iran in a fascinating Group G opener, while England take on Saudi Arabia in Santa Clara.
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## ⚽ Group Standings (Updated)
### Group E
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|——|—-|—|—|—|—-|—–|
| Germany | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 3 |
| TBD (ECU/CIV) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| TBD (CIV/ECU) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Curaçao | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -6 | 0 |
### Group F
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|——|—-|—|—|—|—-|—–|
| Netherlands | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Japan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Sweden | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tunisia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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## ❓ FAQ
**Q: Who scored Curaçao’s first-ever World Cup goal?**
A: Livano Comenencia scored the historic goal in the 21st minute against Germany, briefly leveling the score at 1-1.
**Q: How did Japan earn a draw against the Netherlands?**
A: Japan scored twice in the final minutes — Koki Ogawa in the 88th minute and Daichi Kamada in stoppage time — to snatch a 2-2 draw after trailing for most of the second half.
**Q: What are the biggest matches on Monday, June 15?**
A: Argentina vs. Iran (Group G), England vs. Saudi Arabia (Group G), and Portugal vs. Ghana (Group H) are all must-watch matches.
**Q: Where can I watch the 2026 World Cup?**
A: In the US, matches are broadcast on FOX, FS1, and Telemundo, with streaming available on fubo and Peacock.
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