Curacao earned its first-ever World Cup point in a historic 0-0 draw against Ecuador on Saturday in Kansas City. The result in the Group E match keeps the Caribbean island's hopes of reaching the knockout stage alive.
Goalkeeper Eloy Room delivered a career-defining performance, making 15 saves to frustrate the heavily favored South Americans. With this effort, Room equaled the World Cup record for saves in a single match.
Room set the tone for the landmark day early in the game, stopping Ecuador forward Enner Valencia from close range just two minutes after kickoff. His outstanding play allowed the tiny island nation to secure a point against the South American side.