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Chong and Hansen named in Curacao squad for World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 2:32 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Chong and Hansen named in Curacao squad for World Cup
Summary

Tahith Chong of Sheffield United and Sontje Hansen of Middlesbrough will represent Curacao at the upcoming World Cup, starting on June 11. Both players featured in a recent friendly, contributing to a 4-0 win over Aruba. Chong also scored in a friendly against Scotland, despite a 4-1 loss. Curacao aims to make history as the smallest nation to participate in the tournament. Manager Dick Advocaat leads the squad, which includes Rotherham defender Ar'Jany Martha.

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  • •Chong and Hansen played in a 4-0 win over Aruba.
  • •Curacao competes in Group E against Germany, Ivory Coast, and Ecuador.
  • •Curacao's first match is on June 11.
  • •Chong scored in a recent friendly versus Scotland.
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  • 2:32 PMYahoo Sports — Blades and Boro pair set for World Cup with Curacao
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Middlesbrough winger Sontje Hansen and Sheffield United midfielder Tahith Chong have become team-mates for the World Cup.

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