Germany vs. Curacao: Where to watch the 2026 World Cup qualifier live

The 2026 World Cup qualifiers for Group E kick off this Sunday with a match between Germany and Curacao in Houston. Germany, a traditional favorite, enters the tournament aiming for its fifth title, a feat that would tie them with Brazil. This marks a significant moment for Curacao, as they are one of four debutants in this edition of the World Cup.

Germany, managed by Julian Nagelsmann, has shown strong preparation, winning all four of their friendly matches this year against Switzerland, Ghana, Finland, and the United States. Legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is expected to start for Germany. The German team has a rich World Cup history, having won the tournament in 1954, 1974, 1990, and 2014.

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The German team is one of the favorites for the title, as usual.

Curacao, on the other hand, is living a dream by participating in their first World Cup. Their squad notably features 25 out of 26 players born outside Curacao, primarily in the Netherlands. This is attributed to the country's historical ties as a former colony of the Netherlands Antilles and its current integration within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, facilitating legal, migratory, and sporting connections. The team's coach, Dick Advocaat, is the oldest manager in this edition at 78 years old.

Curacao's recent form in friendly matches has been mixed, with only one win against Aruba in their final warm-up game. They previously lost to China, Australia, and Scotland. Despite their underdog status, the match presents a historic opportunity for the debutant nation. The other Group E match features Ivory Coast and Ecuador.

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The Central American team, for its part, will fulfill the dream of participating in a World Cup for the first time in its history.