Curaçao and Ivory Coast meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia on June 25, 2026. Preview kickoff times, form, and head-to-head here. Bookmark for live scores on matchday — full schedule on fixtures.
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast — World Cup 2026 Kickoff Time and Venue
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast kicks off at 8:00 PM UTC (Thursday, June 25 at 4:00 PM EDT; Thursday 25 June at 21:00 BST for UK viewers). Local kickoff: Thursday, June 25 at 8:00 PM UTC. The match is staged at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, one of the host venues for the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Fans planning travel or watch parties should note the Group Stage - 3 slot in the Group E calendar. Our fixtures page converts every World Cup 2026 kickoff to your local timezone automatically.
Curaçao Team News, Form and World Cup 2026 Squad
Curaçao arrive with recent form reading L from our World Cup 2026 results database. Squad selection, injuries, and the starting shape will be confirmed closer to kickoff — check the Lineups tab on this page when teamsheets are published.
In Group E, Curaçao need a strong showing against Ivory Coast to control their own destiny. The home crowd advantage and tournament experience will factor into how they approach this World Cup 2026 fixture tactically.
Ivory Coast Team News, Form and World Cup 2026 Tactics
Ivory Coast bring form of W into this Group E test. Their tactical identity — pressing height, width, and transition speed — will be scrutinised by Curaçao in preparation.
Danger players for Ivory Coast can change a World Cup 2026 group game in a single moment. Expect a disciplined defensive structure with bursts forward when space appears against Curaçao.
Head-to-Head — Curaçao vs Ivory Coast History
Curaçao and Ivory Coast have limited recent competitive history, making this World Cup 2026 Group E tie harder to predict from past results alone.
Open the H2H tab above for dates, scores, and competition context. At a World Cup, motivation and squad depth often matter more than distant head-to-head records.
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast World Cup 2026 Predictions
Our data-led preview suggests: Combo Double chance : draw or Ivory Coast and +1.5 goals This is analysis for fans following the tournament, not gambling advice.
World Cup 2026 Group E Standings Before Group Stage - 3
Before kickoff, the Group E table reads: 1. Germany — 3pts; 2. Ivory Coast — 3pts; 3. Ecuador — 0pts; 4. Curaçao — 0pts. Both Curaçao and Ivory Coast understand the stakes: the top two places advance, with the best third-placed teams also in contention across the wider tournament.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 |
| 2 | Ivory Coast | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 3 | Ecuador | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 4 | Curaçao | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -6 | 0 |
How to Watch Curaçao vs Ivory Coast World Cup 2026 Live
In the United States, Curaçao vs Ivory Coast is carried on FOX Sports and Telemundo (Spanish). UK viewers can watch on BBC and ITV (free to air). SBS (Australia), MBC/KBS/SBS (South Korea), and national broadcasters in each competing country also hold rights in their territories. FWC Live Score does not link to unofficial streams — use your national broadcaster's official World Cup 2026 TV schedule. For kickoff times see our fixtures page and how to watch guide.
FAQs
- Q: What time is Curaçao vs Ivory Coast kick-off at World Cup 2026?
- A: Thursday, June 25 at 4:00 PM EDT (Thursday 25 June at 21:00 BST UK).
- Q: Where is Curaçao vs Ivory Coast World Cup 2026 being played?
- A: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia.
- Q: What TV channel shows Curaçao vs Ivory Coast World Cup 2026?
- A: FOX Sports and Telemundo (Spanish) (USA); BBC and ITV (free to air) (UK).
- Q: What are the World Cup 2026 Group E standings?
- A: 1. Germany — 3pts; 2. Ivory Coast — 3pts; 3. Ecuador — 0pts; 4. Curaçao — 0pts
- Q: Who is the favourite to win Curaçao vs Ivory Coast World Cup 2026?
- A: Both sides enter with credible squads; our preview above analyses form and tactics without gambling odds.