Press reviews
Germany survived a moment of shock well – that was the tenor in the international media after the opening win against Curacao.
England
“The Guardian”: Curacao is enjoying its moment, but Havertz and merciless Germany show no mercy.
“The Sun”: Kai Havertz scores two goals as the four-time world champion overcomes a big shock at the start and clearly defeats the underdog
Italy
“Gazzetta dello Sport”: Germany at full strength: Curacao has its hopes up with its first World Cup goal, but then comes the flood of German goals
“Corriere della Sera”: Germany initially falters, but then turns around and scores seven goals against Curacao
France
“L’Equipe”: Germany has an easy game in its opening game of the 2026 World Cup against newcomers Curacao
Spain
“AS”: As expected, Curacao’s World Cup debut ended in a heavy defeat, even if Comenencia’s goal to make it 1-1 will go down in history. Well done, team.
“Mundo deportivo”: Germany experiences a moment of shock, but manages another 7-1, this time against Curacao.