CURACAO picked up their first ever point at the World Cup after a bore 0-0 draw with Ecuador thanks to goalkeeper Eloy Room’s crucial saves.

And Dick Advocaat’s side are still alive in their bid for a shock qualification in the Last 32 – as are the South Americans.

Two male soccer players, one in a blue and yellow jersey, the other in a yellow jersey, battle for the ball on a green field.Ecuador and Curacao played out a bore draw at the World Cup Credit: AP:Associated Press A soccer goalie in a gray uniform and orange gloves catches the ball.Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room put together a stunning performance against Ecuador Credit: Reuters A soccer player in a yellow and blue uniform lies face down on the grass.Ecuador failed to pick up their first win in this year’s World Cup Credit: Reuters The manager of Ecuador's national team, Félix Sánchez Bas, stands on the sidelines of the field during a FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Curacao.Dick Advocaat led Curacao to their first ever point at the World Cup Credit: Reuters

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