Sunday was full of exciting World Cup games between the United States, Canada and Mexico. Goals in the last minutes marked the clashes between the Netherlands and Japan, and Ivory Coast and Ecuador. There was also space to remember recent traumas, with Germany going 7-1 in a World Cup, once again. They seem to like that score. The Germans debuted in the 2026 World Cup against Curaçao, a small Caribbean island that was debuting on the biggest stage in world football. And the reality check was relentless. The Germans made it another 7-1 in World Cup history. Yes, Curaçaoans, we understand you. Related news: The Netherlands team is betting on Memphis Depay and Timber for the World Cup. Scotland beats Haiti and becomes leader of Brazil's group in the World Cup. But even after such a cruel score, the newcomers left thanking their fans for being there and, above all, happy to be taking part in the biggest celebration in football. In the next match, the Netherlands looked like they would beat Japan, even though they found it difficult to break through the opponent's defense. They scored the first goal in the second half, with defender Van Djik heading it. The much greater height of the Dutch was clear in all aerial balls. The Japanese didn't give up and tied shortly after. The Netherlands returned to the lead and as the match entered the final minutes, the Japanese equalized again. Striker Koki Ogawa surprised and beat the Dutch defense precisely from the top to end the match 2-2. Ecuador x Ivory Coast   Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group E - A goal from Diallo in the 44th minute of the second half gives Ivory Coast the victory. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Kyle Ross - KYLE ROSS Another good game to watch was Ivory Coast and Ecuador. The Ecuadorians, with players who play in Brazilian football, played a good game, hit the post and gave hope to the fans. But it was the Africans who came away with the victory. A goal from Diallo in the 44th minute of the second half sealed the score 1-0 in Philadelphia. Sweden x Tunisia At dawn, Tunisia and Sweden faced each other in the same group as the Netherlands and Japan. The game was held at the BBVA stadium, in the Mexican city of Guadalupe. The Swedes were superior in both halves of the match and beat the Tunisians 5-1. With the result, Sweden leads Group F, with three points. The Netherlands and Japan have one point each, while Tunisia has none.