After missing out on recent tournaments, African giants Ivory Coast return to the global stage at the 2026 World Cup. Led by AFCON-winning coach Emerse Faé and anchored by Franck Kessié, this rewritten Elephants side is blending experience with a thrilling new generation of talent—spearheaded by Manchester United’s Amad Diallo and RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande. Navigating a balanced Group E, they look primed to finally break their group-stage curse.

The Ivory Coast arrive at the 2026 World Cup with one of the strongest squads they've ever fielded - leading some to label them dark horses for the tournament

Ivory Coast is set to arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the youngest squad among all participating nations, according to projections based on the average age of players on…

Ivory Coast defeats France 2-1 in friendly ahead of the 2026 World Cup, as Manchester United's Amad Diallo seals win.

After missing out on recent tournaments, African giants Ivory Coast return to the global stage at the 2026 World Cup. Led by AFCON-winning coach Emerse Faé and anchored by Franck…