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Impenetrable Room inspires Curacao to first World Cup point

BBC Sport · Jun 21, 2026, 3:14 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room equals the record for most saves in a World Cup match, as Dick Advocaat's side earn their first ever point in the tournament with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador at the Kansas City Stadium.

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Impenetrable Room inspires Curacao to first World Cup point

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