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Curaçao makes history by qualifying for World Cup

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Curaçao secured a 0-0 draw against Jamaica on Tuesday, making it the smallest nation by population to qualify for a World Cup. They will be joined by CONCACAF teams Panama and Haiti, which also secured spots.

Breakdown
  • Curaçao drew with Jamaica to become the smallest nation by population to qualify for a World Cup.
  • Curaçao finished undefeated and topped Group B with 12 points, advancing to the World Cup for the first time. 13s
  • Curaçao achieved qualification despite not having coach Dick Advocaat on the bench. 22s
  • Haiti secured a place in the 2026 Soccer World Cup with a decisive win over Nicaragua. 29s
  • Jamaica must play a playoff game to maintain hopes of World Cup qualification. 44s
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