🇩🇪 Germany at the 2026 World Cup
Group E · FIFA World Cup 2026
Germany compete in Group E of the FIFA World Cup 2026, playing matches in Houston, Toronto, and New York/New Jersey. Die Mannschaft are 4-time World Cup champions (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014) and arrive with redemptive intent after consecutive group-stage exits in 2018 and 2022.
Group E Match Schedule
- June 14: vs Curacao, NRG Stadium Houston. 12:00 CT (19:00, Berlin)
- June 20: vs Ivory Coast, BMO Field Toronto. 16:00 ET (22:00, Berlin)
- June 25: vs Ecuador, MetLife Stadium New York. 16:00 ET (22:00, Berlin)
Viewing from Germany
The Houston opener at 19:00 Berlin time is the scheduling windfall: German fans get to watch their first match of the tournament at a comfortable early evening kickoff. The Toronto and New York fixtures push toward midnight, firmly within the zone German fans will manage without fuss for a World Cup match. The public viewing culture in Germany, where millions gather in fan zones and beer gardens for major international matches, is among the most organized in world football.
Check Berlin time and Germany time for live conversions.
Matches
Group E
| P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇼 Curaçao | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇪🇨 Ecuador | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Germany play their first 2026 World Cup match?
Germany kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign on 2026-06-14 against Curaçao at NRG Stadium, Houston.
What group is Germany in at the 2026 World Cup?
Germany are in Group E alongside Curaçao, Ecuador, Ivory Coast.
Where do Germany play their group stage matches?
Germany's group stage matches are spread across Houston, Toronto, New York/New Jersey.
How many matches do Germany play in the group stage?
Germany play 3 group stage matches at the 2026 World Cup, running from 2026-06-14 to 2026-06-25.