Curaçao vs Ivory Coast — Live Score, How to Watch & Preview

GROUP E · 2026 World Cup

Curaçao

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Ivory Coast

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Curaçao vs Ivory Coast has finished in GROUP E of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Current score: Curaçao 0–2 Ivory Coast (full-time). Watch via your national World Cup broadcaster — the full country-by-country TV & streaming list is below.

📰 Curaçao vs Ivory Coast — match news

Match ReportIvory Coast Edge Past Curaçao to Boost World Cup HopesA composed 2-0 victory over Curaçao lifts Ivory Coast to second in Group E, while the Caribbean side's winless run continues in a match defined by discipline and missed chances.PreviewCuraçao vs Ivory Coast: World Cup Group E Survival BattleCuraçao and Ivory Coast clash in a must-win Group E encounter as both sides seek to keep their 2026 World Cup hopes alive after contrasting starts to the tournament.

Curaçao vs Ivory Coast was played in GROUP E of the 2026 World Cup. Below you’ll find the live score, the kickoff time in your own timezone, exactly where to watch in every country, the full head-to-head record and the key players to watch.

Curaçao vs Ivory Coast — match facts

Competition	2026 FIFA World Cup
Stage	GROUP E
Date	Thu, Jun 25
Kick-off (UTC)	08:00 PM UTC
Kick-off (your time)	…
Status	Full-time
Score	Curaçao 0–2 Ivory Coast

Match Performance

Ivory Coast beat Curaçao 2–0.

Match report

Summary

Ivory Coast beat Curaçao 2–0 in GROUP E stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

How it unfolded

The match finished 0–2. Goal-by-goal details are being confirmed and will appear here once the data feed publishes them.

What this result means

Result counts toward the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The top two teams in each group, plus the eight best third-placed teams, advance to the Round of 32.

Match preview

Curaçao face a daunting task against Ivory Coast in Group E of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Caribbean side, appearing in their first World Cup, are heavy underdogs. They rely on a compact defensive shape and quick counter-attacks, often led by forward Rangelo Janga. Their key strength is set pieces, where they can cause problems. However, they lack experience at this level and will struggle against Ivory Coast's physicality and pace.

Ivory Coast, a perennial African powerhouse, boast a squad full of top-tier talent. Under coach Jean-Louis Gasset, they play an expansive, attacking game, with wingers like Wilfried Zaha and Nicolas Pépé providing width. The midfield is anchored by Franck Kessié, while Sébastien Haller leads the line. The Elephants' defense, marshaled by Eric Bailly, is solid but can be vulnerable to pace. They will look to dominate possession and exploit Curaçao's defensive lapses.

Key battle: Curaçao's midfield, led by Leandro Bacuna, must disrupt Ivory Coast's rhythm. If they can frustrate the Elephants and stay compact, they might snatch a draw. But Ivory Coast's firepower should prevail. A win is essential for Ivory Coast to keep pace in a tough group, while Curaçao aim to make history with a positive result.

Key players to watch

Curaçao

Rangelo Janga (Astana) — The experienced forward is Curaçao's main goal threat, using his strength and aerial ability to trouble defenses.
Leandro Bacuna (Groningen) — The midfielder provides energy and composure, key to linking defense and attack.
Juriën Gaari (RKC Waalwijk) — A solid right-back who must contain Ivory Coast's dangerous wingers.

Ivory Coast

Wilfried Zaha (Galatasaray) — The winger's dribbling and pace can unlock any defense; a constant threat on the counter.
Franck Kessié (Al-Ahli) — A powerhouse in midfield, breaking up play and driving forward with his physical presence.
Sébastien Haller (Borussia Dortmund) — The striker's hold-up play and finishing make him the focal point of the attack.

How to watch Curaçao vs Ivory Coast — by country

Kickoff is … in your local time. Here’s the official broadcaster and stream in each country:

Australia

Australia: SBS has exclusive rights and is keeping the whole tournament free. All 104 matches air live and free on SBS, SBS Viceland and SBS On Demand — no subscription needed.

Bangladesh

Bangladesh: A consortium of state broadcaster BTV, T Sports and Star News has secured the rights (confirmed days before kickoff after an earlier deal collapsed). Matches air live on BTV (free-to-air), with T Sports and Star News on cable and the T Sports app/website for streaming. As terms were only just finalised, confirm exact channel splits with local listings.

Brazil

Brazil: Grupo Globo carries every Brazil match, the final and half the remaining games across TV Globo, SporTV and Globoplay. CazéTV streams all 104 matches live and free in 4K on YouTube, and free-to-air channel SBT shows a selection including Brazil games and knockouts. Easiest free option: CazéTV on YouTube.

Canada

Canada: Bell Media is the official broadcaster. All 104 matches air on TSN (English) and RDS (French) via cable, with select games — including Canada's matches, the opener and the final — free over the air on CTV. Stream on TSN+, the RDS app, or Crave.

Germany

Germany: Deutsche Telekom''s MagentaTV holds rights to all 104 matches (44 exclusive), requiring a subscription. ARD and ZDF each show 30 matches free-to-air — including all Germany games, the opening match, semi-finals and final — on TV and their online streams.

India

India: Zee Entertainment holds the official rights. All 104 matches air on the new Unite8 Sports 1/1 HD (Hindi) and Unite8 Sports 2/2 HD (English) TV channels, and stream on ZEE5 (paid subscription, from about Rs 799 for 3 months). There is no free-to-air option, so a ZEE5 plan or a TV pack carrying Unite8 Sports is needed.

Qatar

Qatar: beIN Sports holds exclusive MENA rights and airs all 104 matches live across its dedicated World Cup channels, with Arabic, English and French commentary. A beIN subscription is required; stream every game via the beIN Connect app or the TOD streaming service. No free-to-air coverage.

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia: beIN Sports holds exclusive rights and shows every match live across its FIFA World Cup channels with multi-language commentary. A subscription is needed; stream all 104 games through the TOD service or the beIN Connect app. No free-to-air option.

South Korea

South Korea: JTBC holds exclusive rights and, via a sublicensing deal, shares coverage with public broadcaster KBS. JTBC and its sports channels carry all 104 matches, while KBS provides free-to-air coverage of major fixtures. Check JTBC/KBS listings for specific games.

Spain

Spain: Public broadcaster RTVE shows selected matches free-to-air — including all Spain games, the opener, semi-finals and final — on La 1 and RTVE Play. Mediapro holds the wider package, distributed via pay-TV (DAZN), so full all-match coverage requires a paid subscription.

United Kingdom

United Kingdom: Every match is free-to-air, split between the BBC and ITV, who share the final. Watch live on BBC channels and BBC iPlayer, or on ITV1/ITV4 and ITVX, with no subscription required. In Scotland, STV/STV Player also carries selected matches.

United States

United States: Fox holds English-language rights to all 104 matches, with most games on the free-to-air Fox network and the rest on FS1; stream live on the Fox Sports app / Fox One. Telemundo carries Spanish-language coverage (with Universo), and Peacock is the exclusive Spanish-language streaming home for every match. Tip: a digital antenna gets Fox and Telemundo games free over the air.

Broadcast rights can change and some 2026 deals are finalised close to kickoff — always confirm with your local listings.

FAQ

When is Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

Curaçao vs Ivory Coast kicks off on Thu, Jun 25 at 08:00 PM UTC — shown in your local time on this page — in GROUP E of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

What is the score in Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

The score is Curaçao 0–2 Ivory Coast (full-time). It updates automatically on this page.

How can I watch Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

Through the official 2026 World Cup broadcaster in your country — for example BBC/ITV (UK, free), Fox & Telemundo (USA), beIN Sports (Middle East) and SBS (Australia, free). See the full country-by-country guide on this page.

Where is Curaçao vs Ivory Coast being played?

Curaçao vs Ivory Coast is played at a 2026 World Cup host venue in the USA, Canada or Mexico. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is co-hosted across 16 stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

What is at stake in Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

Points in GROUP E of the 2026 World Cup. The top two teams in each group, plus the eight best third-placed teams, advance to the new Round of 32 knockout stage.

What is the head-to-head record between Curaçao and Ivory Coast?

See the full head-to-head record and form guide in the analysis section above.

Curaçao vs Ivory Coast — 2026 World Cup

📰 Curaçao vs Ivory Coast — match news

Curaçao vs Ivory Coast — match facts

Match Performance

Match report

Summary

How it unfolded

What this result means

👕 Squads & positions

Match preview

Key players to watch

Curaçao

Ivory Coast

How to watch Curaçao vs Ivory Coast — by country

FAQ

When is Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

What is the score in Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

How can I watch Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

Where is Curaçao vs Ivory Coast being played?

What is at stake in Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

What is the head-to-head record between Curaçao and Ivory Coast?