Curaçao vs Ivory Coast World Cup Kickoff Time, Live Stream, Team News, Lineups, Prediction
Curaçao take on Ivory Coast in a Group E clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The African champions enter the match with confidence after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their opening fixture, while Curaçao are looking to recover from a difficult tournament debut that ended in a heavy defeat against Germany. With crucial points at stake, Ivory Coast will aim to strengthen their position in the group, while Curaçao seek their first positive result on the world stage.
When is Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?
Thursday, June 25, 2026
What is Kickoff Time Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?
Kick-off Time:
Eastern Time (ET): 1:00 PM
Where is Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?
Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, USA
Group: Group E
How To Watch Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?
United States:
English: FOX with streaming on FOX Sports App, YouTube TV, FuboTV
Spanish: Telemundo with coverage on Peacock
United Kingdom:
ITV or BBC with streaming on ITVX / BBC iPlayer.
Ivory Coast:
Local rights holders
Curaçao:
Local and Caribbean rights holders
Global streaming available via FIFA+ in select territories. In Pakistan, the match will be available on tapmad (subscription required).
Team News Curaçao vs Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast:
The Elephants are expected to continue with their balanced 4-3-3 formation, built around a strong midfield and dynamic attacking options. Their physical presence, technical ability, and experience at major tournaments should allow them to control possession and dictate the pace of the game.
Curaçao:
Curaçao are likely to maintain a compact 4-3-3 setup as they look to bounce back from their opening defeat. The Caribbean side will focus on defensive organization and quick transitions, hoping to create opportunities through pace and direct attacking play.
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast Head 2 Head Record
The two nations have little to no recent competitive history against one another. Ivory Coast enter the contest with a clear advantage in terms of international experience, squad depth, and overall quality, while Curaçao continue to gain valuable experience at the highest level of international football.
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast Lineups Prediction
Curaçao predicted XI (4-3-3):
Eloy Room; Sherel Floranus, Riechedly Bazoer, Armando Obispo, Dylan Fonville; Livano Comenencia, Leandro Bacuna, Juninho Bacuna; Sontje Hansen, Jurgen Locadia, Tahith Chong.
Ivory Coast predicted XI (4-3-3):
Yahia Fofana; Guéla Doué, Emmanuel Agbadou, Odilon Kossounou, Ghislain Konan; Franck Kessié, Ibrahim Sangaré, Seko Fofana; Amad Diallo, Evann Guessand, Oumar Diakité.
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast Prediction
Ivory Coast possess significantly greater quality across the pitch and should be able to take control of the match from the opening stages. Their midfield strength and attacking depth are expected to create numerous chances against a Curaçao side still adapting to the demands of World Cup football.
Curaçao will likely defend with determination and attempt to stay competitive through disciplined organization, but containing Ivory Coast's attacking talent for the full ninety minutes could prove difficult.
Scores Prediction: Ivory Coast 3-0 Curaçao
Best Bet
- Ivory Coast to Win
- Ivory Coast -2 Handicap
- Under 3.5 Goals
- Amad Diallo or Franck Kessié Anytime Goalscorer / Assist
Ivory Coast are overwhelming favorites to secure another victory and move closer to qualification for the knockout stages. Curaçao will aim to produce a much-improved performance, but the West Africans have the quality, experience, and momentum to collect all three points comfortably.
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