Curaçao Goalkeeper Eloy Room Equals World Cup Saves Record in Draw Against Ecuador
Mexico: Curaçao goalkeeper Eloy Room delivered a historic performance as his side held Ecuador to a 0-0 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E encounter, equalling the record for the most saves made in a single World Cup match.
Room made 15 saves during the match, repeatedly denying Ecuador despite sustained pressure throughout the contest. His performance helped Curaçao secure their first-ever point at a FIFA World Cup in the nation’s tournament debut.
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Ecuador created numerous scoring opportunities but were unable to find a breakthrough against the inspired Curaçao goalkeeper.
The result leaves Group E qualification wide open, with both teams needing positive results in their final group-stage fixtures to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive.
Ecuador will face Germany in their final group match, while Curaçao are set to take on Ivory Coast.
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