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Curaçao Qualifies for First World Cup, Becoming Smallest Nation Ever to Reach Finals

An assistant coach oversaw the decisive draw in Kingston following Dick Advocaat’s return home.

Overview

  • A 0-0 draw against Jamaica sealed first place in CONCACAF Group B and an unbeaten finish with 12 points from three wins and three draws.
  • A stoppage-time penalty initially given to Jamaica was overturned after a VAR review, preserving the draw.
  • Jamaica, coached by Steve McClaren, needed a home win to progress but struck the woodwork three times.
  • Curaçao’s roster is largely composed of Netherlands-born players with Antillean roots.
  • The team now awaits the World Cup group-stage draw on December 5 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.