Ivory Coast at World Cup 2026
Fresh from a dramatic AFCON triumph on home soil, Ivory Coast return to the World Cup stage with renewed belief, athletic power, and attacking quality. Watch every Ivory Coast match live in HD & 4K with WatchWorldCup26.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ivory Coast are in Group E alongside Germany, Ecuador, and Curaçao. Their group-stage matches are scheduled for June 15, June 20, and June 25, 2026.
Emerse Faé leads Ivory Coast into the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He earned enormous credibility after guiding Les Éléphants to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations title during a dramatic turnaround on home soil.
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No. Ivory Coast have appeared at four World Cups including 2026, but their previous three tournament appearances in 2006, 2010, and 2014 all ended in the group stage. Their strongest chance came in 2014, when they narrowly missed out on qualification for the round of 16.
Ivory Coast's most important players include midfielder Franck Kessié, striker Sébastien Haller, winger Simon Adingra, defender Odilon Kossounou, and goalkeeper Yahia Fofana. Kessié provides leadership and balance, while Adingra and Haller offer different but complementary attacking threats.
Yes, qualification is realistic. Germany may start as group favorites, but the battle for the remaining qualification places looks open. Ivory Coast's athleticism, tournament resilience, and AFCON-winning experience give them a genuine chance of reaching the knockout rounds if they manage the Ecuador and Curaçao matches well.
| Year | Host | Result | Matches | W-D-L | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Brazil | Group Stage | 3 | 2-0-1 | 4:4 |
| 2010 | South Africa | Group Stage | 3 | 1-1-1 | 4:3 |
| 2006 | Germany | Group Stage | 3 | 1-0-2 | 5:6 |
| 2026 | Canada/Mexico/USA | Qualified | 0 | 0-0-0 | 0:0 |