The Ivory Coast national football team won their first match in the 2026 World Cup thanks to a goal from Amad Diallo in the 90th minute.

What happened ?

The match was played on June 15, 2026, and saw the Ivory Coast team face Ecuador. The Ivory Coast team dominated the match and created several scoring opportunities.

Why is this important for the Ivory Coast team ?

This win is important for the Ivory Coast team as it allows them to take the lead in their group. The Ivory Coast team showed great determination and managed to score the winning goal in the 90th minute.

What comes next ?

The Ivory Coast team will face Germany on June 20, 2026, and then Curaçao on June 25, 2026. | Date | Opponent | Location | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-20 | Germany | | | 2026-06-25 | Curaçao | Away | The Ivory Coast team is currently preparing for these upcoming matches.

Match analysis

The match was very competitive and both teams created several scoring opportunities. The Ivory Coast team showed great defensive solidity and managed to contain Ecuador's attacks. Amad Diallo's goal in the 90th minute was the decisive blow for the Ivory Coast team. The Ivory Coast team won the match 1-0 and took the lead in their group. Last result: Germany 2-1 Ivory Coast (2026-06-20). Next match: vs Curaçao (away, 2026-06-25).