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Room the Hero: Tiny Curacao Earn First World Cup Point Against Ecuador
Goalkeeper Eloy Room was Curacao's hero as they claimed their first-ever World Cup point with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador, helping the tiny Caribbean nation keep alive their bid for progress in the tournament.
Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room was hailed as a hero after keeping out a barrage of shots to help his tiny Caribbean nation claim their first-ever World Cup point in a goalless draw against Ecuador, maintaining their hopes of advancing in the tournament. The match ended 0-0, with neither team able to find the back of the net despite numerous scoring opportunities. Curacao's first-ever World Cup point keeps them alive in the competition, as they now look to secure another result to ensure their survival.
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