Curaçao makes 2026 LLWS title game with win over Japan
USA Today • • sports
Key Points:
- Curaçao won the 2026 Little League World Series international bracket by defeating Japan 4-0 in the international championship game, securing their spot in the overall LLWS championship game.
- Curaçao's offense surged in the third inning with three key runs, while pitcher Jaymiëll Martina effectively shut down Japan's batters, retiring the last three in the sixth inning.
- Japan reached the international championship by winning five consecutive games after an initial loss to Curaçao, but was ultimately unable to overcome Curaçao's strong pitching and timely hitting.
- Curaçao has demonstrated dominance throughout the tournament with a 19-4 run differential, powered by standout pitchers Jaymiell Martina and Giendry Ryan.
- Curaçao will face the winner of the United States bracket in the Little League World Series championship game, continuing their pursuit of the LLWS title.
