🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
Group E
- Coach
- Emerse Fae
- World Cup appearances
- 4
- Best result
- Group stage 2006, 2010, 2014
- FIFA ranking
- #40
Ivory Coast returns to the World Cup in 2026 for the first time since 2014, having qualified unbeaten in their CAF pool. As the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations champions, they boast a rich squad blending young talent and experience. Their playing style is built on a solid defense featuring Ousmane Diomande, Evan Ndicka, and Wilfried Singo, a midfield led by Franck Kessie, Jean Seri, and Ibrahim Sangara, and a dynamic attack with Amad Diallo, Nicolas Pepe, and rising star Yan Diomande. While not favorites, their depth and ingenuity make them capable of surprising opponents.
Matches
News
World Cup 2026: Ecuador Stuns Germany with Comeback to Reach Knockouts
Ecuador defeated four-time champions Germany in a must-win Group E clash, pulling off a stunning comeback to secure a place in the 2026 World Cup round of 16.
Ecuador vs. Germany: World Cup 2026 Group E Decider – Live Updates & Analysis
Ecuador and Germany meet in a critical Group E finale at New York New Jersey Stadium. Ecuador seeks rebound from 1-0 loss to Ivory Coast; Germany aims to avoid group-stage elimination. Kick-off at 4pm EDT.
Wahi Denied Canada Entry for World Cup Clash as Match-Fixing Probe Deepens
Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi has been denied entry to Canada due to an active investigation into spot-fixing in Ligue 1, forcing him to miss Saturday's crucial World Cup match against Germany in Toronto. The 23-year-old was arrested on 29 May for alleged organised fraud.
Pepe Fires Ivory Coast Into World Cup Knockouts as Curacao's Dream Ends
Nicolas Pepe’s early brilliance powered Ivory Coast into the World Cup knockout stages, ending Curacao’s fairy-tale debut. The Elephants’ commanding win in Group E, combined with other results, sent Germany through as group winners and left Curacao to reflect on a journey that exceeded all expectations.
World Cup 2026: What Curacao, Ivory Coast and Ecuador Need to Qualify from Group E
Only Germany has secured a knockout spot in Group E. Curacao, Ivory Coast, and Ecuador battle for the remaining place in a dramatic finale. Read about their paths to advance.
World Cup 2026: Germany's Schlotterbeck Out With Ankle Injury
Germany's Nico Schlotterbeck is out of the 2026 World Cup with a medial collateral ligament injury in his left ankle, suffered during the win over Ivory Coast. The defender will be sidelined for months, leaving a gap in the German defense.
Ecuador vs Curaçao Live: Must-Win Group E Clash at World Cup 2026
Ecuador and Curaçao face a must-win Group E match after both lost openers. Curaçao seeks redemption from Germany's 7-1 rout, while Ecuador aims to recover from defeat to Ivory Coast. A draw could eliminate one team.
World Cup 2026: Elye Wahi Cleared for Canada Entry After Visa Drama Amid Spot-Fixing Probe
Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi was initially denied entry to Canada for a World Cup match against Germany due to a spot-fixing investigation, but the Ivorian federation later reversed course, securing his travel clearance. The saga, linked to his arrest in France for organized fraud, creates tactical and psychological turmoil for the team.
World Cup 2026: 20 New Players to Watch, Including 'Mazadona' and 'Einstein'
BBC Sport highlights 20 debutants for the 2026 World Cup, including Ivory Coast's Yan Diomande and players nicknamed 'Mazadona,' 'Einstein,' and 'The Ant.'
Didier Deschamps Poised to Make World Cup History as France Chase 2026 Glory
Didier Deschamps, with 14 World Cup wins as France manager, needs just three more to break Helmut Schön's all-time record of 16. A deep run in 2026 would cement his legacy, as France, led by Mbappé, remains a top contender despite a recent warm-up loss to Ivory Coast.