Room the hero as tiny Curacao earn first World Cup point against Ecuador
Summary
Curacao earned their first-ever point in a World Cup by holding Ecuador to a 0-0 draw. Goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves, the most in a regular World Cup match since 1966, helping Curacao stay in the tournament.Key Facts
- Curacao is the smallest country by population to qualify for the World Cup.
- The match ended 0-0 between Curacao and Ecuador in Kansas City.
- Eloy Room made 15 saves, setting a World Cup record for a game without extra time.
- Ecuador took 28 shots, 15 on target, but could not score.
- Curacao lost their first match 7-1 to Germany before this draw.
- Most Curacao players were born in the Netherlands, and the team is coached by Dutchman Dick Advocaat.
- Ecuador finished second in South American qualifying.
- Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1 earlier, securing their place in the next round.
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