Enner Valencia misses late chance as Ecuador vs. Curaçao remains scoreless
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:34 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Ecuador and Curaçao are tied 0-0 in their group stage match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City on June 20. Enner Valencia had a significant opportunity to score, being unmarked just two minutes into the match, but his shot was stopped by Curaçao’s goalkeeper. This miss has garnered attention and criticism, particularly from fans and Argentinian media, who highlighted Valencia's failure to capitalize on the open chance. The match continues, with both teams seeking to find the net.
- •Match score remains 0-0 with Ecuador and Curaçao.
- •Enner Valencia missed a clear chance for Ecuador early in the game.
- •Curaçao's goalkeeper made a vital save on Valencia's shot.
- •The match is part of the World Cup's Group E second round.
- •The match took place on June 20, 2026, in Kansas City.
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"In Kansas City, United States, the score remains 0-0 for Ecuador vs. Curaçao this Saturday (20), in the second round of Group E of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The situation, however, could have been diff...
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