Curaçao Earn First-Ever World Cup Point After Goalless Draw With Ecuador

Curaçao earned the first point in their World Cup history. In the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, the team held Ecuador to a 0-0 draw.

For Curaçao, this was a historic result after a heavy defeat to Germany in their World Cup debut. The team managed to regroup, withstand Ecuador’s intense pressure and even created chances to win the match.

The main hero of the game was Curaçao goalkeeper Eloy Room. He made 15 saves and was named Player of the Match. After the final whistle, Curaçao’s players celebrated the draw like a major victory — it was the country’s first-ever point at a World Cup.

For Ecuador, the draw seriously complicated the fight for a place in the knockout stage. In the final round, they will face Germany, who have already secured qualification from the group as winners.

At the same time, the intrigue in Group E remains alive. Curaçao, Ecuador and Côte d’Ivoire are still fighting for a place in the Round of 32.

Group E standings

1. Germany — 6 points
2. Côte d’Ivoire — 3
3. Ecuador — 1
4. Curaçao — 1