Curaçao's national football team made history by earning its first World Cup point on Sunday, June 21, 2026, following a 0-0 draw against Ecuador.
The result came after a heavy 7-1 opening defeat to Germany, according to a report by AT5.
Although Ecuador dominated possession and created more scoring chances, the Caribbean side held firm thanks to a record-breaking defensive performance.
Goalkeeper Eloy Room was instrumental, making 15 saves during the match—the highest number of saves ever recorded in a single World Cup game.
The historic achievement sparked overnight celebrations among Curaçaoan fans in Amsterdam, particularly at the WestWeelde venue in Westerpark, where supporters gathered and partied into the early hours.
One fan told AT5 before the tournament: "Everyone underestimates Curaçao, but we are very strong."
To advance to the knockout stages, Curaçao must win its upcoming match against Ivory Coast on Thursday.
