June 15, 2026
Ivory Coast’s forward #15 Amad Diallo celebrates after winning the 2026 World Cup Group E football match between Ivory Coast and Ecuador at the Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 14, 2026. (Photo by MAURO PIMENTEL / AFP)
By Enitan Abdultawab
Ivory Coast claimed Africa’s first victory at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after substitute Amad Diallo scored a dramatic late winner to secure a 1-0 triumph over Ecuador in Philadelphia on Sunday.
The Group E encounter appeared destined to end goalless before the Manchester United winger struck in the 90th minute, giving the African champions a crucial three points and ending a 12-year wait for a World Cup win.
