Curacao Earn First World Cup Point with Record Saves by Goalkeeper Eloy Room
Curacao secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup point with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador in Group E, largely due to goalkeeper Eloy Room's record-breaking performance. Room made 15 saves—the most in a 90-minute World Cup match since 1966—denying Ecuador's 28 shots and preserving the draw. Despite Ecuador's dominance in possession and chances, Curacao's disciplined defense and counterattacks kept their knockout hopes alive after a heavy opening loss to Germany. Room, a Netherlands-born veteran, has become a national hero for the Caribbean island nation.