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The 2026 FIFA World Cup continued its thrilling run on Sunday, June 14, with Groups E and F taking center stage across North America. Day 4 delivered blowouts, dramatic late goals, and one of the best matches of the tournament so far.
Sunday’s Results at a Glance
| Match | Group | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany vs. Curaçao | E | 7-1 | Philadelphia Stadium |
| Netherlands vs. Japan | F | 2-2 | Houston Stadium |
| Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador | E | 1-0 | Seattle Stadium |
| Sweden vs. Tunisia | F | 5-1 | Estadio Monterrey |
Match Highlights
🇩🇪 Germany 7-1 Curaçao
Curaçao wrote a brief but beautiful chapter in World Cup history. After going down 1-0 early, debutant Livano Comenencia scored the Caribbean nation’s first ever World Cup goal to make it 1-1 — a moment that sparked celebrations across the island. But the four-time champions quickly reminded everyone why they’re favorites. Germany responded with six unanswered goals to secure a dominant 7-1 victory. At 78 years old, Curaçao coach Dick Advocaat broke the record for oldest coach in World Cup history.
🇳🇱 Netherlands 2-2 🇯🇵 Japan
The game of the tournament so far. All hell broke loose early in the second half as three goals flew in within 13 minutes. The Netherlands took a 2-1 lead and looked in control, but Japan refused to quit. In the 88th minute, Daichi Kamada produced a clinical equalizer to earn a massive point for the Samurai Blue. Both teams walked away feeling they could have won it.
🇨🇿 Ivory Coast 1-0 Ecuador
A cagey Group E encounter looked destined for a draw until the very death. Amad Diallo popped up in the 90th minute to score a dramatic winner, giving the Elephants a crucial 1-0 victory and all three points. Ivory Coast now sits second in Group E behind Germany.
🇸🇪 Sweden 5-1 Tunisia
Sweden announced themselves as serious contenders in Group F with a comprehensive 5-1 demolition of Tunisia. Yasin Ayari scored a brace (including a stunning long-range strike), while Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres also found the net. It was Sweden’s first five-goal performance in a World Cup match since 1938. Tunisia’s lone reply came from an Omar Rekik header just before halftime.
Group Standings After Day 4
- Group E: Germany (3 pts, +6 GD), Ivory Coast (3 pts, +1 GD), Ecuador (0 pts, -1 GD), Curaçao (0 pts, -6 GD)
- Group F: Sweden (3 pts, +4 GD), Netherlands (1 pt, 0 GD), Japan (1 pt, 0 GD), Tunisia (0 pts, -4 GD)
Looking Ahead — Monday, June 15 (Day 5)
Groups G and H kick off today with four intriguing matchups:
| Time (ET) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | Spain vs. Cape Verde | Atlanta Stadium |
| 3:00 PM | Belgium vs. Egypt | BC Place, Vancouver |
| 6:00 PM | Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay | Miami Stadium |
| 9:00 PM | Iran vs. New Zealand | Los Angeles Stadium |
Spain enters as heavy favorites against World Cup debutants Cape Verde, while Belgium vs. Egypt promises to be a fascinating clash. Uruguay will look to assert themselves against Saudi Arabia, and Iran vs. New Zealand could be a tight Group H opener.
What’s your pick for match of the tournament so far? Share your Day 5 predictions!
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