An Ecuador fan displays the national flag inside the stadium before the match.
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Ivory Coast have reached their first World Cup since 2014, and they carry the momentum of a three-game winning streak as they seek to bypass the group stages for the first time ever. They face Ecuador in their opening game on June 14, 2026.A mix of European club veterans and young emerging stars, Ivory Coast has Franck Kessie, Evan Ndicka and Ousmane Diomande are the players to watch out for. The highest rated players in Ecuador are Moises Caicedo, Willian Pacho and Piero Hincapie. Follow LIVE updates herefree kickJune 15, 2026 04:36 3:12 Free Kick LostFoul by Franck Kessie (Côte d'Ivoire).free kickJune 15, 2026 04:36 3:12 Free Kick WonEnner Valencia (Ecuador) wins a free kick on the left wing.June 15, 2026 04:35 1:52 MissAttempt missed. Moisés Caicedo (Ecuador) right footed shot from outside the box misses to the left. Assisted by Gonzalo Plata.free kickJune 15, 2026 04:35 1:13 Free Kick WonEnner Valencia (Ecuador) wins a free kick on the left wing.free kickJune 15, 2026 04:35 1:13 Free Kick LostFoul by Wilfried Singo (Côte d'Ivoire).June 15, 2026 04:33 First half StartFirst Half begins.June 15, 2026 03:08 LineupLineups are announced and players are warming up. Published - June 15, 2026 04:28 am IST
