Group E · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast at World Cup 2026
Ivory Coast enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group E alongside Germany, Curacao, Ecuador. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group E
Confederation
CAF
World Cups
4
Best result
Group stage
Host nation
No
Ivory Coast group-stage fixtures
Ivory Coast plays three group-stage matches in Group E. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Jun 14 | 19:00 ET | 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast vs 🇪🇨 Ecuador | Group E | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia |
| 33 | Jun 20 | 16:00 ET | 🇩🇪 Germany vs 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast | Group E | BMO Field, Toronto |
| 55 | Jun 25 | 16:00 ET | 🇨🇼 Curacao vs 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast | Group E | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia |
Group E opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Ivory Coast at the 2026 World Cup
Costa de Marfil vivió su época dorada con Didier Drogba entre 2006 y 2014. Los "Elefantes" regresan al Mundial en 2026 con una nueva generación que busca superar por primera vez la fase de grupos en la máxima cita del fútbol.
In 2026, Ivory Coast faces Germany, Curacao, Ecuador in the group stage. The top two teams in Group E qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Ivory Coast post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Ivory Coast qualify from Group E?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group E
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group E with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group E
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Ivory Coast in at the 2026 World Cup?
Ivory Coast is in Group E with Germany, Curacao, Ecuador.
When does Ivory Coast play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Ivory Coast opens the group stage on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 19:00 ET at lincoln.
How can Ivory Coast qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group E advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Ivory Coast can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Ivory Coast appeared in?
Ivory Coast has appeared in 4 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Group stage.
What is Ivory Coast's best World Cup result?
Ivory Coast's best result is Group stage.
Is Ivory Coast a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Ivory Coast qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Ivory Coast play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Ivory Coast plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group E opponents: Germany, Curacao, Ecuador. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.