Before the match, Ecuador was considered the clear favorite, having experience in world championships. For the South Americans, victory was crucial after their defeat to Côte d'Ivoire (0:1) in the opening round. During the match, the Ecuadorians took over 20 shots at the opponent's goal, but Curaçao's goalkeeper Eloy Room managed to keep his net intact. For the Curaçao national team, led by head coach Dick Advocaat, this is their first point ever in World Cup history. In the final round of Group E on June 25, Curaçao will play against Côte d'Ivoire, while Ecuador will face Germany, which has already secured first place and a spot in the knockout stage.