Curaçao vs. Ivory Coast is one of two matches kicking off Thursday’s World Cup slate as Group E wraps up its group-stage schedule.
Curaçao was routed 7-1 by eventual Group E winner Germany to open its 2026 World Cup campaign but responded with a scoreless draw against Ecuador last weekend to earn its first point. Although the path is extremely unlikely, Curaçao can still reach the knockout stage with a win over Ivory Coast and a Germany victory over Ecuador. However, if Curaçao finishes third in the group, its current -6 goal differential will make it very difficult to qualify as one of the tournament’s eight best third-place teams.
Ivory Coast currently sits second in Group E thanks to its 1-0 victory over Ecuador in the opener. Despite a 2-1 loss to Germany last weekend, Ivory Coast can clinch an automatic berth in the Round of 32 with either a win or a draw against Curaçao on Thursday.
Curaçao vs. Ivory Coast Current Odds
Ivory Coast enters Thursday’s match in Philadelphia as a significant favorite at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook.
- Curaçao: +1600
- Ivory Coast: -650
- Draw/Tie: +650
Curaçao vs. Ivory Coast Predictions
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Curaçao vs. Ivory Coast Best Bet: Both Teams to Score – Yes
Neither team has lit up the scoreboard through its first two matches, but there are reasons to believe both sides can find the back of the net Thursday afternoon.
Curaçao surrendered 26 shots, including 12 on target, and 21 attempts from inside the box in its 7-1 loss to Germany. Despite creating only eight shots and two on target, Curaçao did manage to score once. Against Ecuador, Curaçao again faced heavy pressure, allowing 27 shots, 15 on target, and 21 attempts inside the box. This time, however, it escaped with a scoreless draw. Curaçao also showed slightly more attacking promise in that match, recording 10 shots and three on target.
Ivory Coast has defended much better overall. It allowed just 12 shots and one shot on target in its 1-0 win over Ecuador while conceding only five attempts from inside the box. Offensively, Ivory Coast generated 15 shots, four on target, and scored the game’s lone goal. It also gave Germany a much tougher battle than Curaçao did, falling just 2-1 after allowing 16 shots, seven on target, and nine attempts inside the box. Like Curaçao, Ivory Coast also managed to score once against Germany.
Curaçao and Ivory Coast have combined for only three goals at this year’s World Cup, but they’ve also conceded nine. Given the number of scoring opportunities Curaçao has allowed throughout the tournament, Ivory Coast should create plenty of chances. If Curaçao can capitalize on one of its own opportunities, the plus-money price on “Both Teams to Score – Yes” offers intriguing value.
- Curaçao vs. Ivory Coast Game Prop Pick for June 25: Both Teams to Score – Yes (+120)
Popular Props for Curaçao vs. Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast players are generating plenty of betting interest, owning each of the top 10 most-bet player props heading into Thursday’s match:
- Amad Diallo – Shots On Target Over 0.5
- Yan Diomandé – First Goalscorer
- Ange-Yoan Bonny – Anytime Goalscorer
Curaçao & Ivory Coast World Cup Winner Odds
Curaçao faces long odds to advance and is tied for the longest odds to win the 2026 World Cup. Ivory Coast isn’t among the tournament favorites either, but it remains tied for the fourth-longest odds to lift the trophy:
- Curaçao to win the World Cup: +250000
- Ivory Coast to win the World Cup: +25000
Curaçao vs. Ivory Coast Match Info
- 📍 Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA
- 📅 Date: Thursday, June 25
- ⏰ Start Time: 4:00 PM ET
- 📺 Where to Watch: FS1, Universo, FOX One
- 🏆 Stage: World Cup Group Stage
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