Germany’s reputation as tournament specialists has taken a hit over the past decade, with the four-time World Cup winners suffering group stage exits in 2018 and 2022.
However, Die Mannschaft is ready to resume normal duty at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, led by exciting young playmakers Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz, and the familiar figure of 40-year-old Manuel Neuer in goal. They are unsurprisingly strong favorites in their Group E opener against tournament debutants Curacao in Houston, where a heavy win would all but guarantee a place in the last 32 and avoid the humiliation of falling at the first hurdle for a third consecutive World Cup.
Curacao has already made history just by qualifying for the tournament. The Caribbean island will be the smallest nation ever represented at a World Cup with a population of just 156,000 – to put that in perspective, that’s more than two and a half times the size of Iceland, the previous country that held that record. Experienced Dutch manager Dick Advocaat will ensure his team is as compact and difficult to break down as possible, but they could hardly have asked for a tougher opening game and the primary aim will be to avoid a drubbing.
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Germany vs Curacao for free from anywhere in FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Germany vs Curacao for free
Germany vs Curacao is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Germany vs Curacao in the USA
American viewers can watch Germany vs Curacao on Fox.
You can watch all World Cup matches on Fox and FS1, which are available on cord cutters such as YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (selected markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Germany vs Curacao on Fox One (3-day free trial).
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How to watch Germany vs Curacao in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream Germany vs Curacao free on ITV. Live coverage is on ITV1 and ITVX.
You require a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (eg SE1 7PB).
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How to watch Germany vs Curacao in Australia
Germany vs Curacao will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game in the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.
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How to watch Germany vs Curacao in Canada
In Canada, TSN and free channel CTV will broadcast Germany vs Curacao.
You can stream live via TSN+ streaming platform, which costs $80 per month or $80 per year.
CTV will require your TV provider login details, but is also available via streaming platform Dry after if you want an alternative.
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Germany vs Curacao: Match Information
When does Germany vs Curacao start?
Germany vs Curacao starts at 6pm BST / 1pm ET Sunday 14 June. It is at 03:00 AEST Monday 15 June in Australia.
What is the squad for Germany vs Curacao?
Germany
Goalkeepers: Oliver Baumann (Hoffenheim), Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich), Alexander Nubel (Stuttgart).
Defenders: Waldemar Anton (Borussia Dortmund), Nathaniel Brown (Eintracht Frankfurt), Joshua Kimmich (Bayern Munich), David Raum (RB Leipzig), Antonio Rudiger (Real Madrid), Nico Schlotterbeck (Borussia Dortmund), Jonathan Tah (Bayern Munich), Malick Thiaw (Newcastle United).
Midfielders: Nadiem Amiri (Mainz), Leon Goretzka (Bayern Munich), Pascal Gross (Brighton and Hove Albion), Jamie Leweling (Stuttgart), Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich), Felix Nmecha (Borussia Dortmund), Aleksandar Pavlovic (Bayern Munich, Wi), Angelgaro Stiller (Liverian Stuttr), Angelo Stiller (Bayern Stuttr).
Extenders: Maximilian Beier (Borussia Dortmund), Kai Havertz (Arsenal), Lennart Karl (Bayern Munich), Leroy Sane (Galatasaray), Deniz Undav (Stuttgart), Nick Woltemade (Newcastle United).
Curacao
Goalkeepers: Tyrick Bodak (SC Telstar), Trevor Doornbusch (VVV-Venlo), Eloy Room (Miami FC).
Defenders: Riechedly Bazoer (Konyaspor), Joshua Brenet (Kayserispor), Roshon Van Eijma (RKC Waalwijk), Sherel Floranus (PEC Zwolle), Deveron Fonville (NEC Nijmegen), Jurien Gaari (Abha Club), Armando Obispo (PSV Eindhoven), Shurandy Sambo (Sparta Rotterdam).
Midfielders: Juninho Bacuna (FC Volendam), Leandro Bacuna (Igdır), Livano Comenencia (FC Zürich), Kevin Felida (FC Den Bosch), Ar’Jany Martha (Rotherham United), Tyrese Noslin (SC Telstar), Godfried Roemeratoe (RKC Waalwijk).
Extenders: Jeremy Antonisse (AE Kifisia), Tahith Chong (Sheffield United), Kenji Gorré (Maccabi Haifa), Sontje Hansen (Middlesbrough), Gervane Kastaneer (Terengganu FC), Brandley Kuwas (FC Volendam), Jurgen Locadia (Miami FC), Jearl Margaritha (SK Beveren).
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Position |
Team |
DG |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Germany |
0 |
0 |
|
2 |
Curacao |
0 |
0 |
|
3 |
Ivory Coast |
0 |
0 |
|
4 |
Ecuador |
0 |
0 |
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