Amad Diallo scored a dramatic 90th-minute winner to give Ivory Coast a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their FIFA World Cup Group E match. This marks Ivory Coast's return to the tournament after a 12-year absence.
Amad Diallo scored in the 90th minute to give Ivory Coast a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their World Cup opener. The Manchester United winger's goal secured three points for Ivory Coast, who are making their first World Cup appearance in 12 years.
Ivory Coast's national coach Emerse Faé is optimistic about Bazoumana Touré's form ahead of the World Cup. The 20-year-old Hoffenheim talent is attracting interest from top clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United, but Faé believes Touré remains grounded and disciplined.
Ivory Coast fans are unable to attend the 2026 World Cup in the US due to visa denials, according to the National Fans Committee. Strict US immigration policies, reportedly influenced by former President Trump, are cited as the reason. Only a few officials will travel to manage Ivorian residents.
Ivory Coast fans will not be able to support their national team at the 2026 World Cup in the US due to visa denials, according to the National Fans Committee. Strict US immigration policies are cited as the reason.
FIFA World Cup contenders France and Spain suffered unexpected setbacks in their final preparations, with Ivory Coast defeating France 2-1 and Iraq holding Spain to a 1-1 draw in warm-up matches on Thursday.
France lost 2-1 to Ivory Coast in a World Cup warm-up match but insists the defeat will serve as a useful reminder for their tournament preparation.
The French national football team is continuing preparations for an upcoming friendly against Ivory Coast. Despite initial concerns over defender William Saliba's injury, the team's staff is reportedly not worried. Kylian Mbappé was seen playing on the left wing during a training session.
South Korea heads to the World Cup with concerns over captain Son Heung-min's form and coach Hong Myung-bo's unpopularity. Recent friendly losses have heightened disgruntlement, despite Hong's defense of Son.
