Overview
- The result delivered Curaçao’s first World Cup berth and set a population record as the smallest nation to qualify, roughly 156,000 people.
- Jamaica finished second on 11 points and moves to the inter‑confederation playoff in pursuit of a return to the tournament.
- Veteran coach Dick Advocaat missed the match for family reasons yet remained in contact with his staff from the Netherlands.
- Curaçao’s unbeaten group campaign included a 7-0 rout of Bermuda and consistent contributions across a roster built largely on Dutch‑linked dual nationals.
- Panama and Haiti also clinched direct CONCACAF spots on the final matchday, with Panama topping Group A and Haiti winning Group C.