Group E · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇩🇪 Germany at World Cup 2026
Germany enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group E alongside Curacao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group E
Confederation
UEFA
World Cups
20
Best result
Champion (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014)
Host nation
No
Germany group-stage fixtures
Germany plays three group-stage matches in Group E. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Jun 14 | 13:00 ET | 🇩🇪 Germany vs 🇨🇼 Curacao | Group E | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| 33 | Jun 20 | 16:00 ET | 🇩🇪 Germany vs 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast | Group E | BMO Field, Toronto |
| 56 | Jun 25 | 16:00 ET | 🇪🇨 Ecuador vs 🇩🇪 Germany | Group E | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford |
Group E opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Germany at the 2026 World Cup
Alemania es la selección europea con más títulos mundiales (4) y una de las más constantes de la historia con 20 participaciones. Tras la decepción de Qatar 2022 — eliminada en la fase de grupos — los alemanes llegan a 2026 con hambre de revancha.
In 2026, Germany faces Curacao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador in the group stage. The top two teams in Group E qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Germany post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Germany qualify from Group E?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group E
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group E with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group E
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Germany in at the 2026 World Cup?
Germany is in Group E with Curacao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador.
When does Germany play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Germany opens the group stage on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 13:00 ET at nrg.
How can Germany qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group E advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Germany can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Germany appeared in?
Germany has appeared in 20 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Champion (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014).
What is Germany's best World Cup result?
Germany's best result is Champion (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014).
Is Germany a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Germany qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Germany play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Germany plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group E opponents: Curacao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.