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Curaçao's 1st World Cup goal sparks belief before Germany's floodgates open
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· June 16, 2026
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Key takeaway The goal was scored by Livano Comenencia in the 21st minute, tying the game against four-time champion Germany.
In a recent World Cup match, Curaçao made history by scoring their first goal in the tournament. The goal was scored by Livano Comenencia in the 21st minute, tying the game against four-time champion Germany. For a period of time, Curaçao was able to keep pace with their opponents, sparking hope that they might achieve an unexpected outcome.
However, the details of the rest of the match are not available in this brief. Further information about the match, including the final outcome, can be found through the Fort Worth Report or other news sources, such as the Associated Press.
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Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
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