Curaçao 0-2 Ivory Coast: result and AI prediction
Curaçao – Ivory Coast, World Cup, Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 09:00 PM (GMT). Venue: Lincoln Financial Field
Curaçao is #4 in the table (1 pts) and Ivory Coast #2 (3 pts). It's a clash between two of the top four.
AI confidence: Medium
AI match recap
This is a high-stakes final group match with far more riding on Ivory Coast, while Curaçao are trying to close their debut World Cup with a statement result. The matchup points toward Ivory Coast controlling territory through midfield power and repeated pressure, but Curaçao's clean bill of health and underdog freedom give them a route to frustrate the game. Ndicka's fitness is the main team-news variable because it affects Ivory Coast's stability in buildup. If Curaçao survive the first wave and keep transitions alive through Chong and Bacuna, the match can stay tense longer than expected.
Injuries and absences
FotMob is the clearest current source and lists Evan Ndicka as the main Ivory Coast concern. If he misses out, Ivory Coast lose a natural left-sided central defender and some composure in buildup, even if their depth should cover the position adequately.
Form (last 5)
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast stats
| Curaçao | Ivory Coast | |
|---|---|---|
| Played | 2 | 2 |
| Goals scored | 1 | 2 |
| Goals conceded | 7 | 2 |
| Clean sheets | 1 | 1 |

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