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KANSAS CITY, MO — Spirits have not dampened inside the Curaçao camp ahead of their second game in the 2026 World Cup. The Blue Wave are set to face Ecuador in a Group E clash at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, June 20 in Kansas City, Missouri.
It’s the first time in history that Curaçao have qualified for the tournament. They are also the smallest nation to ever reach this stage, too. After the team’s 7-1 loss to Germany, the island nation is staying positive enjoying every moment.
Curaçao coach Dick Advocaat made history in the match against Germany. He became the oldest person to coach in a World Cup game at 78-years old.
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In his press conference previewing the game against Ecuador, he joked often, providing laughs throughout the room. He was asked about what his team needs to do to come away with a result, Advocaat joked in response.
"Taking four players out," he smiled. "That makes it easier."
Curaçao’s journey continues to shine on the global stage. Fans already have arrived in Kansas City and team morale continues to stay high in spite of the heavy opening defeat.
The legacy of the Blue Wave’s first World Cup qualification will be talked about for ages in the country. When asked about what fans will think in 50 years, Advocaat was blunt.
"I’m death," Advocaat said with a wry smile.
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The Blue Wave are heavy underdogs once again. Curaçao’s goal against Germany gives them hope that they can create more memories inside Arrowhead Stadium. Livano Comenencia scored the equalizer in the 21st minute in the opener.
“I certainly watch my goal every single day. Every single day I watch my goal,” Comenencia said. “I can’t sit on it. I have to keep performing and I really want to show something beautiful during the next match.”
Playing together and compact will be key for Curaçao. They are going up against an Ecuadorian team that is hungry for a win after its 1-0 loss to the Ivory Coast.
"Ecuador has a better team than we do," Advocaat said. "But, that doesn’t mean they will have an easy game. We’ll make them work for the money."
Liam Keating covers the World Cup in Kansas City for USA TODAY. He also covers high school sports and Washburn University for The Topeka Capital-Journal. Send stats or information to him at [email protected]
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Livano Comenencia hopes for 'something beautiful' in Curaçao vs Ecuador game
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It’s the first time in history that Curaçao have qualified for the tournament. They are also the smallest nation to ever reach this stage, too. After the team’s 7-1 loss to Germany, the island nation is staying positive enjoying every moment.
Curaçao coach Dick Advocaat made history in the match against Germany. He became the oldest person to coach in a World Cup game at 78-years old.
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In his press conference previewing the game against Ecuador, he joked often, providing laughs throughout the room. He was asked about what his team needs to do to come away with a result, Advocaat joked in response.
"Taking four players out," he smiled. "That makes it easier."
Curaçao’s journey continues to shine on the global stage. Fans already have arrived in Kansas City and team morale continues to stay high in spite of the heavy opening defeat.
The legacy of the Blue Wave’s first World Cup qualification will be talked about for ages in the country. When asked about what fans will think in 50 years, Advocaat was blunt.
"I’m death," Advocaat said with a wry smile.
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The Blue Wave are heavy underdogs once again. Curaçao’s goal against Germany gives them hope that they can create more memories inside Arrowhead Stadium. Livano Comenencia scored the equalizer in the 21st minute in the opener.
“I certainly watch my goal every single day. Every single day I watch my goal,” Comenencia said. “I can’t sit on it. I have to keep performing and I really want to show something beautiful during the next match.”
Playing together and compact will be key for Curaçao. They are going up against an Ecuadorian team that is hungry for a win after its 1-0 loss to the Ivory Coast.
"Ecuador has a better team than we do," Advocaat said. "But, that doesn’t mean they will have an easy game. We’ll make them work for the money."
Liam Keating covers the World Cup in Kansas City for USA TODAY. He also covers high school sports and Washburn University for The Topeka Capital-Journal. Send stats or information to him at [email protected]
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Livano Comenencia hopes for 'something beautiful' in Curaçao vs Ecuador game
Continue reading...
