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Germany’s 2026 World Cup journey mapped out after high-stakes draw

From Houston to Toronto, Julian Nagelsmann’s squad gears up for a grueling group stage. Will travel fatigue or tactical brilliance decide their fate?

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Checkmarks on Nagelsmann's World Cup wishlist after Trump stir - Germany’s 2026 World Cup journey mapped out after high-stakes draw

The team will open their campaign against Curaçao in Houston on June 14 at 12:00 PM local time (7:00 PM in Germany). Their second match takes place in Toronto on June 20 at 4:00 PM local time (10:00 PM in Germany), where they face Ivory Coast. The final group-stage game against Ecuador will be held at MetLife Stadium on June 25 at 4:00 PM local time (10:00 PM in Germany).

Germany’s preparations are now focused on travel logistics and potential opponents. The team’s performance in the group stage will determine their knockout route. With matches spread across multiple cities, efficient planning will be key to their campaign.

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