Kourasao Secures First World Cup Qualifier Point with 0-0 Draw Against Ecuador

In a World Cup 2026 qualifying match at Kansas City Stadium, Ecuador and Kourasao finished level at 0-0. The result gave Kourasao its first ever point in the competition, largely thanks to an outstanding performance by goalkeeper Rum, who made 15 saves – the most by any keeper in the tournament so far.

The draw leaves the Caribbean side needing a win over Ivory Coast and a victory for Ecuador against Germany in the final round‑group match to stay in contention. Ecuador's hopes of advancing now depend on those outcomes, while Kourasao celebrates a historic milestone despite the elimination risk.