Ivory Coast and Curaçao battle it out in their final group game in Philadelphia on Thursday evening with the former closing in on second spot in Group E.
Emerse Fae’s side beat Ecuador 1-0 in their opener before suffering a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat against Germany last time out, with Deniz Undav’s 94th-minute goal snatching all three points.
Ivory Coast, who have never made it out of the World Cup group stages, come into Thursday’s showdown knowing a win against Curaçao will see them secure second spot. A draw would also be enough to land second, provided that Ecuador don’t beat Germany by two or more goals elsewhere in Group E.
While Ivory Coast are the heavy favourites to finish second behind confirmed group winners Germany, Curaçao need plenty to go in their favour if they are to avoid elimination from the World Cup.
The smallest nation to feature this summer Curaçao, who played out a 0-0 draw with Ecuador after losing their opener 7-1 against Germany, can finish second if they beat Ivory Coast and better the result and goal differential of Ecuador. However, Curaçao are five goals worse off so their chances are slim.
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When is Curaçao v Ivory Coast?
Curaçao v Ivory Coast will take place on Thursday 25 June 2026.
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Curaçao v Ivory Coast kick-off time
Curaçao v Ivory Coast will kick off at 9pm UK time.
The Group E match is set to be played at the Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia, United States.
What TV channel is Curaçao v Ivory Coast on?
You can watch the game live on BBC Two.
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How to live stream Curaçao v Ivory Coast online
UK viewers can stream the game live online via BBC iPlayer.
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Is Curaçao v Ivory Coast on radio?
You can listen to the match on talkSPORT.
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