Quick hits: Snakes at Germany's training and a player nicks a ref's watch

Curaçao's journey in the World Cup has been marked by a historic goalkeeping performance from Eloy Room, who produced a staggering 15 saves against Ecuador. This incredible display of skill and resilience secured Curaçao a 0-0 draw, earning the nation its first-ever point in World Cup history.

Room's 15 saves place him second on the all-time list for saves in a single World Cup match. While FIFA credits Tim Howard with 16 saves against Belgium in 2014, statistics provider Opta lists Howard with 15 saves. A key distinction is that Howard's match went into extra time, allowing him 120 minutes to achieve his total, whereas Room accomplished his feat within the standard 90 minutes. Regardless, Room's performance is a strong contender for the best single-game goalkeeping effort in World Cup history, sparking celebrations on the small island nation.

In other World Cup news, the Netherlands' Cody Gakpo scored the tournament's 100th goal during their match against Sweden. This milestone was reached in the 33rd game, indicating a high scoring rate of nearly three goals per match so far. The tournament has seen a variety of goals, including seven own goals and 13 scored from outside the penalty area.

Meanwhile, the German national team faced an unusual challenge during their training in North Carolina: the presence of venomous copperhead snakes. Players were reportedly warned to maintain a safe distance, as a bite could necessitate a trip to the hospital. The team was preparing for their second game against Côte d'Ivoire.