Ivory Coast and Ecuador advance to knockout stage of World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 4:06 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
On June 26, 2026, both Ivory Coast and Ecuador achieved historic qualifications for the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup. Ivory Coast secured their spot by defeating Curaçao 2-0, while Ecuador overcame Germany 2-1. Brazil's next opponent was determined following a 1-1 draw between Japan and Sweden. In Group F, the Netherlands won against Tunisia 3-1 to finish first, and Australia advanced as runners-up after a 0-0 draw with Paraguay. The United States lost to Turkey 3-2 but had already secured top position in their group.
- •Ivory Coast defeats Curaçao 2-0 to advance.
- •Ecuador wins 2-1 against Germany for knockout qualification.
- •Brazil will face Japan after their draw with Sweden.
- •Netherlands beats Tunisia 3-1, advancing as group leaders.
- •Australia draws with Paraguay, securing a runners-up position.
- 4:06 AMYahoo Sports — Group D, E and F tables, and the knockout ties already set
"Another day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to an end in the early hours of this Friday (26).And it was a historic day for Ivory Coast and Ecuador, who reached the knockout stage of the tournament for...
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