Curacao seal World Cup fairytale
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Hundreds celebrated as the tiny Caribbean island of Curacao became the smallest nation to ever qualify for the World Cup. In Panama City, thousands partied in the capital after a win over El Salvador booked their place in next year's tournament.
Curaçao has made history by becoming the smallest nation by population to qualify for a World Cup. On Tuesday, it secured a 0-0 draw with Jamaica, finishing atop Group B with 12 points.
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Scotland will play in the World Cup for the first time in 28 years after two injury-time goals sealed a dramatic 4-2 victory over Denmark on Tuesday, while Spain also booked their place at the 2026 finals.