Germany thrash debutants Curaçao 7-1 in FIFA World Cup opener

Germany kicked off their FIFA World Cup campaign with a commanding 7-1 victory over debutants Curaçao. The Caribbean nation, making their first-ever World Cup appearance, scored a historic goal in a spirited first half. Germany's superior quality eventually prevailed as Kai Havertz, Julian Musiala, and others found the net. The four-time champions launched what is being called a redemption mission with a dominant performance.