Germany dominated Curaçao from start to finish at NRG Stadium, delivering a commanding 7-1 victory in Group E's opening match. The hosts controlled possession at 65 percent and created relentless attacking pressure, firing 26 shots with 12 finding the target. Florian Nmecha broke the deadlock early in the sixth minute, but Curaçao briefly threatened an upset when Léandro Comenencia equalized in the 21st minute. Germany's response was swift and overwhelming. Nico Schlotterbeck's header before halftime and Kai Havertz's penalty just before the interval shifted momentum decisively. A five-goal second-half explosion, sparked by Jamal Musiala's strike, sealed the rout. Schlotterbeck earned player of the match honors with an 8.5 rating. The victory mathematically qualifies Germany for the knockout stage, while Curaçao faces elimination from the group despite their solitary goal.