Ivory Coast secures knockout stage with 2-0 win over Curaçao
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Ivory Coast achieved a historic victory over Curaçao, winning 2-0 in their final group match on June 25, 2026. This victory marks the Elephants' first advancement to the knockout stage of the World Cup. Nicolas Pepé scored both goals for Ivory Coast, starting with an opener in the seventh minute and securing a second after halftime. The Ivorians maintained control throughout the match, with goalkeeper Fofana keeping a clean sheet. With this win, Ivory Coast finishes second in their group and will face either France or Norway in the round of 32.
- •Ivory Coast won 2-0 against Curaçao in their final group match.
- •Nicolas Pepé scored both goals for Ivory Coast.
- •The victory secures Ivory Coast's place in the knockout stage.
- •Ivory Coast finished second in their group behind Germany.
- •They will face either France or Norway in the round of 32.
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — 🤩 Historic Ivory Coast! Beat Curaçao 2-0, through groups for 1st time 👏
"Mission accomplished. Ivory Coast beat Curaçao a clear 2-0 in their final group match and book their place in the knockout stage of the World Cup. It is a historic result for the Elephants: they had...
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