Result

Côte d'Ivoire beat Curaçao 2-0 in 2026 FIFA World Cup Group E at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on 25 June 2026, reaching the knockout stage for the first time thanks to a Nicolas Pepe brace.

Goals

Nicolas Pepe 7', 64' (Côte d'Ivoire).

Match report

Nicolas Pepe struck early after Yan Diomande pounced on a defensive error and cut the ball back, then sealed it midway through the second half, racing onto Sangare's through-ball and burying his finish in the top corner. The win sent the Elephants into the World Cup knockouts for the first time in their history, while Curaçao's spirited debut campaign ended bottom of the group with one point. Watch the full Curaçao vs Côte d'Ivoire highlights above.

People also ask

Who scored in Curaçao vs Côte d'Ivoire?

Nicolas Pepe scored both goals for Côte d'Ivoire.

What was the final score of Curaçao vs Côte d'Ivoire?

Côte d'Ivoire won 2-0.

Did Côte d'Ivoire reach the World Cup knockout stage in 2026?

Yes - the win over Curaçao took the Elephants past the group stage for the first time in their history.