Eloy Rum: 'I need a statue in Curaçao' after record World Cup saves

Curaçao's goalkeeper Eloy Rum delivered one of the greatest goalkeeping performances in World Cup history, single-handedly securing his team's first-ever point in a finals tournament with a remarkable 0-0 draw against Ecuador.

The 37-year-old veteran made an astonishing 15 saves during the match, a feat that ranks as the second-highest number of saves ever recorded in a single World Cup game. Rum's incredible display frustrated the Ecuadorian attack throughout the match, earning him widespread praise.

Visibly elated after the game, Rum humorously remarked to the cameras, "After this, I need a statue in Curaçao." While he narrowly missed matching the all-time record of 16 saves set by Tim Howard for the USA against Belgium in 2014, Rum etched his name into World Cup lore with his heroic effort.

His performance ensured that Curaçao, despite not advancing further, would remember this match for generations. The draw marked a historic moment for the small island nation, highlighting Rum's pivotal role in achieving this milestone.