Curaçao vs Côte d’Ivoire: World Cup 2026 Recap

Curaçao faced Côte d’Ivoire in a World Cup 2026 match on June 25, 2026. The match kicked off at 4pm EDT/9pm BST/6am AEST with a significant early goal from Nicolas Pepe, who scored in the 7th minute, giving Côte d’Ivoire a 1-0 lead.

At half-time, the score remained Curaçao 0-1 Côte d’Ivoire as Pepe's goal proved decisive. Curaçao demonstrated some attacking moments but failed to convert their opportunities into goals.

Throughout the match, Curaçao struggled to maintain possession in the attacking third, which hindered their ability to equalize. They attempted to create chances, but a lack of finishing and Côte d’Ivoire’s defensive efforts kept the scoreboard unchanged.

Côte d’Ivoire maintained a dominating presence, controlling the majority of the game and limiting Curaçao’s impactful plays. Despite several attacks from Curaçao led by players like L Bacuna and Chong, they were unable to breach Côte d’Ivoire's defense effectively.

The match also saw Côte d’Ivoire secure additional chances and a notable performance from their goalkeeper Yahia Fofana, who managed to keep a clean sheet.

In another match occurring concurrently, Germany was locked in a 1-1 draw against Ecuador, providing context to the significance of this game for both teams in the competition. As of the half-time break, Côte d’Ivoire remains poised to advance further in the tournament if they can maintain their lead as the second half resumes.