Ivory Coast Battle Their Way Into the Round of 32
Ivory Coast have battled into the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, securing their place in the knockout rounds.
The Elephants opened with a 1-0 win over Ecuador and added a 2-0 victory against Curacao, results that proved enough to advance despite a 2-1 defeat to Germany.
Their progress added to a strong overall showing from African nations at the expanded tournament.
Ivory Coast will now look to extend their run as the knockout phase begins.
