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Ivory Coast's Nicolas Pepe targets more World Cup history after reaching knockout stage

Ivory Coast created a new chapter in their football history after defeating Curacao 2-0 to secure a place in the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time.

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Manuel Neuer "incredibly proud" after Germany's dominant FIFA World Cup win over Curacao

Manuel Neuer has said he was "incredibly proud" after marking his return to World Cup football with a commanding performance, after Germany opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 7-1 win over Curacao in Houston.

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Germany hit seven past Curacao as Kai Havertz double headlines FIFA World Cup rout

Germany made a statement of intent at the FIFA World Cup with a commanding 7–1 victory over debutants Curacao in Houston, marking a dominant start to their Group E campaign.

Germany Head Coach Julian Nagelsmann

Nagelsmann shuns favourites tag as Germany navigate World Cup group

Germany kick off their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in Group E against Curacao at the NRG Stadium in Houston, with head coach Julian Nagelsmann staying away from favourites talk.

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Julian Nagelsmann reveals Manuel Neuer will be fit to start Germany's 2026 FIFA World Cup opener

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer looks increasingly likely to start Germany's opening game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Curacao.

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