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Germany meet debutants Curaçao in packed Matchday 4
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FIFA Official·about 19 hours ago

Germany meet debutants Curaçao in packed Matchday 4

Germany take on debutants Curaçao

Japan and Netherlands kick off competitive Group F

After an enthralling start, the continues on 14 June with a full programme of games spanning two groups, with storylines abounding and history set to be made in each game

In Houston, four-time winners take on , the smallest nation to ever qualify for a World Cup, in an intriguing first Group E game. Ecuador and Côte d'Ivoire will then be looking to get off to the best start possible when they face off in Philadelphia.

Japan and the Netherlands kick off an ultra-competitive Group F in Dallas. Sweden and Tunisia will then bring this exciting day to a climax down in Monterrey.

Who will be happiest at the end of Matchday One in Group E and F? Find out more on the matches and teams below.

Sunday, 14 June | 12:00 | Houston Stadium

Sunday, 14 June | 19:00 | Philadelphia Stadium

Sunday, 14 June | 15:00 | Dallas Stadium

Sunday, 14 June | 20:00 | Monterrey Stadium

Sources: FIFA Official

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