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Diomande assists as Côte d'Ivoire advances in World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 10:10 PM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Diomande assists as Côte d'Ivoire advances in World Cup

Summary

Côte d'Ivoire secured its first-ever advancement to the World Cup knockout stages with a victory over Curaçao. Nicolas Pépé scored two goals, helping the Elephants finish second in their group. Yan Diomande provided the assist for Pépé's opening goal in the seventh minute. This qualification bolsters Africa's representation, joining Morocco and South Africa in the Round of 32. Ecuador also moved forward following a comeback win against Germany, while Curaçao ended its tournament with just one point from three matches.

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By the Numbers

•Côte d'Ivoire finishes second in group stage
•Nicolas Pépé scores twice against Curaçao
•Yan Diomande assists first goal
•Côte d'Ivoire joins Morocco and South Africa in knockout stages
•Ecuador advances after beating Germany

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Nicolas Pépé’s goals either side of half-time against Curaçao guided Côte d'Ivoire to their first-ever qualification to the World Cup knockout stages. RB Leipzig’s sensation Yan Diomande provi...
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