Curaçao secured their first-ever World Cup point with a resilient 0-0 draw against Ecuador, thanks to goalkeeper Eloy Room's heroic 15 saves in a record-setting defensive display.
Curacao earned their first-ever World Cup point (Image Source: X/@FIFAcom)
Jun 21, 2026
09:26 am
What's the storyIn a stunning display of defensive prowess, Curacao held Ecuador to a goalless draw in their FIFA World Cup Group E match at Missouri's Kansas City Stadium.
The result gave the island nation its first-ever point at the tournament.
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