Curacao made history on Saturday in Kansas City, Missouri, battling to a 0-0 draw against heavily favored Ecuador. The result earns the tiny Caribbean island nation its first-ever World Cup point in a Group E match.
The landmark achievement was driven by a heroic performance from veteran goalkeeper Eloy Room. Room set the tone early in the match, making one of the tournament's most impressive saves within the first two minutes by stopping Ecuador forward Enner Valencia from close range.
Room finished the game with 15 saves, equalling the World Cup record and setting a record for a World Cup match without extra time. His effort frustrated the South Americans and keeps Curacao's hopes of reaching the knockout stage alive.