Ivory Coast secures World Cup knockout spot with win over Curacao
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Ivory Coast defeated Curacao to advance in the 2026 World Cup on June 25. Nicolas Pepe scored twice, with his first goal coming from a cross by Yan Diomande within seven minutes. Despite Curacao's resistance, Pepe netted again after an hour, sealing the win. Amad impressed in his 45-minute stint, showcasing strong passing and defensive contributions before being substituted at halftime. This victory follows a previous loss to Germany, making it crucial for Ivory Coast's advancement.
- •Ivory Coast wins against Curacao to qualify for the next World Cup round.
- •Nicolas Pepe scored two goals, including one early in the match.
- •Amad completed 95% of his passes and showed strong defensive skills.
- •The match took place on June 25 as part of the World Cup group stage.
- •This win comes after Ivory Coast's loss to Germany.
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"Manchester United star Amad enjoyed a solid 45 minutes as the Ivory Coast breezed past Curacao to confirm their place in the next round of the 2026 World Cup.Important winAfter suffering a heartbreaki...
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