Curacao, the smallest nation to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, suffered a 2-1 defeat to Bolivia in a friendly match on May 28, 2026, in Oranjestad, Aruba. The match was part of the team's preparation for the tournament, where they are seen as underdogs.
Under coach Dick Advocaat, Curacao took an early lead through a goal by forward Jarchinio Antonia in the 15th minute. However, Bolivia responded with two goals in the second half, from Marcelo Moreno (55th minute) and Henry Vaca (78th minute), securing the win.
Curacao, ranked 84th in the FIFA World Rankings, will face hosts United States, Mexico, and Jamaica in Group A of the World Cup. The team's performance in the friendly showed resilience but also defensive vulnerabilities that Advocaat will need to address before the tournament starts on June 11, 2026.
Bolivia, ranked 83rd, used the match to test their squad ahead of Copa America preparations. The victory was their first in five matches this year.
