Ecuador and Curaçao set World Cup shot record in goalless draw

Ecuador Curaçao World Cup shot record Eloy Room

In a Group E match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup held in Kansas City, United States, Ecuador and Curaçao finished 0‑0. The game produced a World Cup record for shot accuracy without a goal, as both teams combined for 18 attempts on target – 15 by Ecuador and three by Curaçao – the highest number ever in a match that ended without scoring.

Curaçao’s goalkeeper Eloy Room was the decisive factor, making 15 saves, the most a keeper has achieved in regulation time at a World Cup. His performance fell just short of Tim Howard’s 16‑save record set in 2014, which required extra‑time. Room’s market value is reported at €150,000. Ecuador dominated possession (63 %), recorded 28 shots (27 on target) and had nine corners, yet all attempts were thwarted by Room.

The draw gave Curaçao its first point in World Cup history, a notable milestone for the Caribbean nation, while Ecuador secured its first point of the tournament.