World Cup 2026: How does the draw between Ecuador and Curaçao benefit Côte d'Ivoire?

20.06.26 FT World Cup

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In the second round of Group E in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the showdown between Ecuador and Curaçao ended in a goalless 0-0 draw. Both teams left the pitch with just one point, while there was huge celebration in the Côte d'Ivoire camp.

From afar, the Elephants were the real winners of this matchup. After suffering a 1-2 defeat against Germany on Saturday, Emerse Faé's men were at risk of seeing a rival catch up to them at the top if there had been a winner.

One point away from historic qualification

Thanks to this draw, Côte d'Ivoire remains in second place after two rounds, with three points earned from their 1-0 win over Ecuador. The situation is now clear: the Elephants need just one more point to guarantee qualification.

The decisive fixture is set for June 25 against Curaçao in the third round. A win or a draw will send Côte d'Ivoire straight through to the Round of 16.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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