Curaçao prepares to face Ecuador in World Cup clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 1:07 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Curaçao is set to play Ecuador on June 20 at 8 p.m. ET in Kansas City, Missouri, marking their second match in the 2026 World Cup. Following a heavy 7-1 loss to Germany, the team remains positive, with coach Dick Advocaat keeping spirits high through humor during press interactions. Advocaat, who made history as the oldest World Cup coach at 78, emphasized the importance of teamwork against an Ecuadorian side eager to recover from a recent loss. Fans and players alike are focused on maximizing their World Cup experience, aiming for a memorable performance at Arrowhead Stadium.
- •Curaçao faces Ecuador in a Group E match.
- •The game will take place at Arrowhead Stadium.
- •Curaçao lost 7-1 to Germany in their opening match.
- •Advocaat is the oldest coach in World Cup history.
- •Ecuador is looking to bounce back from a 1-0 loss.
- 1:07 AMYahoo Sports — Dick Advocaat all jokes in build-up to Curaçao vs Ecuador World Cup game
"Spirits remain high in Curaçao camp before the team's second World Cup game. The Blue Wave take on Ecuador in Kansas City on Saturday, June 20.
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