Côte d'Ivoire 1-0 Ecuador: what a match from Wilfried Singo (video)

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Aliou Toundé

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14.06.26 FT World Cup

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Côte d’Ivoire clinched an important victory over Ecuador (1-0) in the 2026 World Cup, after a fiercely contested match where Wilfried Singo stood out as one of the key players.

The match was highlighted by a heated duel between the Ivorian defender and Enner Valencia. The two clashed after a tough challenge from Singo, sparking a brief moment of tension on the pitch before the referee stepped in.

Unfazed, the Ivorian took an active role in his team's triumph. Late in the game, he was at the heart of the decisive move that allowed Amad Diallo to seal the Elephants’ victory.

With a blend of commitment, grit, and efficiency, Singo embodied a combative Côte d’Ivoire side, ready to rise to the occasion when it mattered most. This win gives the Ivorians a perfect start to their campaign and reaffirms their ambitions in Group E.

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