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Ivory Coast secures first World Cup knockout stage with 2-0 win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 6:51 AM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Ivory Coast secures first World Cup knockout stage with 2-0 win

Summary

Ivory Coast reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history after a 2-0 victory over Curaçao on June 25. Nicolas Pépé scored both goals, leading to celebrations in Abidjan. This victory secured the team's progression after a mixed performance in Group E, where they originally won against Ecuador but lost to Germany. The Elephants will face either France or Norway in the last 32 on June 30.

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By the Numbers

•Ivory Coast's first knockout stage appearance at a World Cup
•Nicolas Pépé scored both goals in the win
•The team finished the group stage with a win, a draw, and a loss
•They will play France or Norway in the next round on June 30

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6:51 AMYahoo Sports — Historic joy in Abidjan as Ivory Coast reach World Cup knockouts for first time

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Ivory Coast reaches World Cup knockout stage for the first time after Nicolas Pépé’s brace beats Curaçao 2-0, sparking huge celebrations in Abidjan.
— Yahoo Sports

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