The Times of India

Felix Nmecha sets 2026 World Cup fastest-goal record with 5th-minute strike as Germany lead Curaao at half-time

Germany lead Curaao 3-1 at half-time in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener after Felix Nmecha scored the fastest goal of the tournament in the sixth minute. The strike set a new 2026 benchmark, surpassing the previous record set by Paraguays early own goal against the United States. Despite Curaaos historic first World Cup goal, Germanys rapid start defined a high-scoring contest in Houston.