The World Cup adventure of Curaçao is over after the 0-2 loss to Ivory Coast. The country made history with its first World Cup participation and its first goal ever.

What happened?

Curaçao stood for the first time among the biggest football nations in the world. With that first participation and the matches against Germany and Ecuador, the country made history.

Why is this important for Curaçao?

Several players from the team look back with pride on social media at a tournament that felt much bigger than just football for many Curaçaoans. Captain Bacuna stood still with a message on social media.

What's next?

The elimination does not change what Curaçao has achieved during this World Cup. With the first World Cup participation, the first goal and the first World Cup point ever, Curaçao has made history as the smallest country ever in the World Cup. Last result: Honduras 2-1 Curaçao (2025-06-25). Recent form (last 5): 0W-3D-2L (LDDDL, most recent first).