Curaçao represents the Caribbean at the 2026 World Cup with a squad of players competing at European and South American clubs. Their first-ever World Cup appearance is a historic moment despite limited competitive pedigree.
Experience in Goal
Eloy Room provides experienced goalkeeping, while the defense features athleticism. Young players developing in European academies form the foundation.
Midfield Ambition
Curaçao’s midfield provides pressing intensity and technical quality. Younger players bring energy while managing tempo in unfamiliar territory.
Attack: Limited Elite Finishing
Curaçan forwards bring movement and work rate. The attacking line seeks efficiency through quick counter-attacking.
Projected 26-Man Squad
Goalkeepers (3): Eloy Room, Mariano Martínez, Jacxson Mertens
Defenders (8): Avdija Vrsajevic, Giancarlo Suso, Yuri Mukairu, Ridao Correia, Pedro Aquino, Jérôme Sinclair, Romain Fernández, Marlon Fossey
Midfielders (8): Róger Gutiérrez, Jérôme Sinclair, Avdija Vrsajevic, Giancarlo Suso, Marlon Fossey, Romain Fernández, Zian Flemming, Yuri Mukairu
Forwards (7): Róger Gutiérrez, Zian Flemming, Jérôme Sinclair, Avdija Vrsajevic, Marlon Fossey, Yuri Mukairu, Sébastien Haller
Note: Squad projection subject to form and availability. Official squad announced May 2026.
Verdict: Curaçao’s Chances
Curaçao will be outclassed in their group. Limited competitive pedigree and smaller player pool disadvantage them severely against elite opposition. Group stage exit likely.
Full coverage at the World Cup 2026 hub and the Curaçao national team profile.