Match 55 · Group E · Matchday 3
Thursday, June 25, 2026 · 4:00 PM ET
Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Group E standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Germany | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Ecuador | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Côte d'Ivoire | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  Curaçao | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What each team needs
Curaçao
The final group game — Curaçao's qualification hopes may depend on this result.
Côte d'Ivoire
An opening win over Curaçao would be a major statement and strengthen Côte d'Ivoire's chances of progressing.
Team comparison
| Stat | Curaçao | Côte d'Ivoire |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 87 | 39 |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup Appearances | 1 | 4 |
| Best WC Finish | Debut (2026) | Group stage (2006, 2010, 2014) |
| Manager | Dick Advocaat | Emerse Faé |
| How They Qualified | CONCACAF — Nations League path | CAF — Group F winners |
| 2022 World Cup | Did not qualify | Did not qualify |
| Captain | TBC | Franck Kessié |
Prediction
Curaçao 1 — 2 Côte d'Ivoire
Based on FIFA rankings and recent form. Côte d'Ivoire (ranked 39th) enters as the slight favourite.
Match facts
Curaçao have appeared at 1 World Cups. Côte d'Ivoire have appeared at 4.
Curaçao are ranked 87th in the world. Côte d'Ivoire are ranked 39th.
Curaçao will be making their World Cup debut in 2026.
This match takes place at Lincoln Financial Field, which is one of the 16 World Cup 2026 venues.
How to watch
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX / FOX Sports App |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo / Peacock |
| UK | BBC / ITV (TBC) |
| Worldwide | FIFA+ (select territories) |
Venue
Lincoln Financial Field · Philadelphia · Capacity: 67,594
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