Curaçao goalkeeper Eloy Room produced one of the greatest goalkeeping displays in FIFA World Cup history after making 15 saves in his side’s heroic 0-0 draw against Ecuador at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
His remarkable performance earned Curaçao their first-ever World Cup point and etched his name into the tournament’s record books.
The 37-year-old shot-stopper repeatedly denied Ecuador’s attackers, frustrating the South Americans throughout the contest. His 15 saves are the most ever recorded in a World Cup match played over the regular 90 minutes, surpassing previous regulation-time marks and establishing a new benchmark for goalkeepers on football’s biggest stage.
Only former United States goalkeeper Tim Howard has made more saves in a single World Cup match. Howard produced an iconic display with 16 saves against Belgium in the Round of 16 at the 2014 World Cup, a match that lasted 120 minutes after extra time.
Most Saves in a Single FIFA World Cup Match
| Rank | Goalkeeper | Match | Saves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Howard | USA vs Belgium (2014) | 16 |
| 2 | Eloy Room | Curaçao vs Ecuador (2026) | 15 |
| 3 | Ramón Quiroga | Peru vs Netherlands (1978) | 14 |
Room’s heroics have quickly become one of the defining stories of the 2026 World Cup. Facing wave after wave of Ecuadorian attacks, the veteran goalkeeper stood firm, delivering a masterclass in reflexes, positioning and composure to secure a historic result for the Caribbean nation.
For Curaçao, it was more than just a draw it was history. For Eloy Room, it was a performance that will be remembered among the greatest goalkeeping displays ever witnessed at a FIFA World Cup.
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