Goalie Room’s heroics earn Curacao World Cup point against Ecuador (opens original article in a new tab)
Curacao's goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves, the most since 1966 in a World Cup match without extra-time, helping Curacao earn their first-ever World Cup point in a 0-0 draw against Ecuador. Ecuador had 28 shots but failed to score, with Room's performance crucial in the goalless draw.
- Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves, the most since 1966 in a World Cup match without extra-time, helping Curacao earn their first-ever World Cup point in a 0-0 draw against Ecuador
- Ecuador had 28 shots including 15 on target but failed to score, with Room's performance crucial in the goalless draw
- Curacao's team includes 25 players born in the Netherlands, managed by Dutch coach Dick Advocaat, and received support from Dutch royalty during the match
- Ecuador's coach acknowledged their failure to score, stating they gave their all but couldn't secure a win
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