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World Cup 2026 · Group E · FIFA #10
Germany
- Group
- E
- FIFA Rank
- #10
- Pot
- 1
- Formation
- 4-2-3-1
Group E · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇩🇪 Germany | #10 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇪🇨 Ecuador | #23 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast | #34 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇨🇼 Curaçao | #82 | 4 |
Germany's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 17:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Germany vs 🇨🇼 Curaçao
Houston Stadium (NRG Stadium)
· Houston · capacity 72,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Curaçao's team page →
Matchday 2 · 20:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Germany vs 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
Toronto Stadium (BMO Field)
· Toronto · capacity 45,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Ivory Coast's team page →
Matchday 3 · 20:00 UTC
🇪🇨 Ecuador vs 🇩🇪 Germany
New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium)
· East Rutherford · capacity 82,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Ecuador's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-2-3-1 ↔ 4-3-3 with the ball
Pivot
Joshua Kimmich
Attacking focus
Florian Wirtz · Jamal Musiala
Identity
Nagelsmann rebuilt around the Wirtz–Musiala creative axis
Key players
Joshua Kimmich
Florian Wirtz
Jamal Musiala
Kai Havertz
Germany at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | 21 (incl. 2026) | Champion · 4× champion |
How to watch Germany
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: ARD · ZDF
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Germany
Germany World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Germany play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Germany's tournament begins Jun 14, 2026 against Curaçao at Houston Stadium, Houston (17:00 UTC).
Who is Germany's coach at World Cup 2026?
Julian Nagelsmann.
What group is Germany in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group E with Ecuador, Ivory Coast, Curaçao.
What is Germany's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#10 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 1.
Has Germany ever reached a World Cup Champion?
Germany's best finish is Champion, reached 4 times. They have appeared at 21 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Germany's captain at World Cup 2026?
Joshua Kimmich.
Where can I watch Germany's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; ARD · ZDF in Germany.