Germany’s reputation as tournament specialists has taken a battering in the past decade, with the four-time World Cup winners suffering group-stage exits in 2018 and 2022.
However, Die Mannschaft are ready to resume normal service at the FIFA World Cup 2026, 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 favourites in their Group E opener against tournament debutants Curacao in Houston, where a heavy victory would all-but guarantee a place in the last 32 and avoid the humiliation of falling at the first hurdle for the third successive World Cup.
Curacao have 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 only 156,000 – to put that into perspective, that is more than two-and-a-half times smaller than Iceland, the previous country to hold that record. Experienced Dutch manager Dick Advocaat will ensure his team are as compact and hard to break down as possible, but they could hardly have asked for a more difficult opening match and the principal aim will be to avoid a thrashing.
So, read on as we show you exactly how to watch Germany vs Curacao for free from anywhere in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Germany vs Curacao for free
Germany vs Curacao is available to watch for free in multiple countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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Use a VPN to watch Germany vs Curacao live streams
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How to watch Germany vs Curacao in the US
US viewers can watch Germany vs Curacao on Fox.
You can watch every World Cup game on Fox and FS1 which are available on cord-cutters like YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (select 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 for free on ITV. Live coverage is on ITV1 and ITVX.
You require a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (e.g. 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 of 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-to-air channel CTV will be broadcasting Germany vs Curacao.
You can live stream via the TSN+ streaming platform, which costs CA$8 per month or CA$80 per year.
CTV will require your TV provider login details, but is also available via streaming platform Crave if you want an alternative.
Outside of Canada? Use Norton VPN whilst you’re traveling away from home to unlock your stream.
Germany vs Curacao: Match Information
What time does Germany vs Curacao start?
Germany vs Curacao kicks-off at 6pm BST / 1pm ET on Sunday, June 14. That’s 3am AEST on Monday, June 15 in Australia.
What are the squads 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), Angelo Stiller (Stuttgart), Florian Wirtz (Liverpool).
Forwards: 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 Zurich), Kevin Felida (FC Den Bosch), Ar’Jany Martha (Rotherham United), Tyrese Noslin (SC Telstar), Godfried Roemeratoe (RKC Waalwijk).
Forwards: 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 |
GD |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Germany |
0 |
0 |
|
2 |
Curacao |
0 |
0 |
|
3 |
Ivory Coast |
0 |
0 |
|
4 |
Ecuador |
0 |
0 |
Can I watch Germany vs Curacao on my mobile?
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