Germany took the lead against Curaçao in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture after defender Nico Schlotterbeck converted a header from a corner kick.

According to FOX Sports, as reported via GoogleNewsEN, Schlotterbeck directed a header into the net following a corner, giving Germany the advantage in the match.

The fixture forms part of the qualification campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Curaçao, competing as an independent footballing nation, has advanced to the international qualifying rounds, where the team faces opponents at the highest level of the sport, including Germany.

Further details regarding the final result, the venue, and the precise timing of the goal could not be independently verified based on the available source material. Additional reporting is expected as the match progresses or concludes.

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