Ivory Coast
Côte d’Ivoire’s World Cup journey is closely tied to the nation’s golden generation, whose talent and charisma made the Elephants one of Africa’s most respected teams in the 2000s and early 2010s. Across three appearances—2006, 2010, and 2014—the team consistently impressed despite being drawn into exceptionally difficult “Groups of Death,” resulting in narrow exits at the group stage each time. Their first World Cup victory came in 2006 with a thrilling 3–2 win over Serbia and Montenegro, a match that showcased the team’s attacking quality and resilience.
Discover the official Ivory Coast squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Explore player profiles, positions, and key stats for each member of the team as they prepare to compete on football’s biggest stage.
Obite Evan Ndicka
Defender
Aug 20, 1999
Jean Michaël Seri
Midfielder
Jul 19, 1991
Nicolas Pépé
Midfielder
May 29, 1995
Ghislain N'Clomande Konan
Defender
Dec 27, 1995
Ibrahim Sangaré
Midfielder
Dec 2, 1997
Wilfried Stephane Singo
Defender
Dec 25, 2000
Seko Mohamed Fofana
Midfielder
May 7, 1995
Yahia Fofana
Goalkeeper
Aug 21, 2000
Emmanuel Elysee Djedje Agbadou Badobre
Defender
Jun 17, 1997
Evann Guessand
Attacker
Jul 1, 2001
Amad Diallo Traoré
Attacker
Jul 11, 2002
Guéla Maho Lewis Doué
Defender
Oct 17, 2002
Clément Akpa
Defender
Nov 24, 2001
Parfait Guiagon
Midfielder
Feb 22, 2001
Mohamed Koné
Goalkeeper
Mar 7, 2002
Simon Adingra
Attacker
Jan 1, 2002
Bénie Adama Traoré
Attacker
Nov 30, 2002
Ousmane Diomande
Defender
Dec 4, 2003
Becket Fabrice-Martial Godo
Attacker
Mar 14, 2003
Christ Ravynel Inao Oulaï
Midfielder
Apr 6, 2006
Meet the coaching staff behind Ivory Coast’s World Cup 2026 campaign. Learn about the head coach, assistant coaches, and support team who are responsible for preparing the squad and leading them on the path to glory.
Émerse Faé
Birthday:
Jan 24, 1984
Nationality:
Côte d'Ivoire
Djamel Belmadi
Birthday:
Mar 25, 1976
Nationality:
Algeria
Explore the most recent matches played by Ivory Coast in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Get insights into match results, key moments, and player performances.
Scotland vs Ivory Coast
0 : 1
Mar 31, 2026 • Friendlies
Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool
South Korea vs Ivory Coast
0 : 4
Mar 28, 2026 • Friendlies
Stadium MK, Milton Keynes
Egypt vs Ivory Coast
3 : 2
Jan 10, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Adrar, Agadir
Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso
3 : 0
Jan 6, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Grand Stade de Marrakech, Marrakech
Gabon vs Ivory Coast
2 : 3
Dec 31, 2025 • Africa Cup of Nations
Grand Stade de Marrakech, Marrakech
Ivory Coast vs Cameroon
1 : 1
Dec 28, 2025 • Africa Cup of Nations
Grand Stade de Marrakech, Marrakech
Ivory Coast vs Mozambique
1 : 0
Dec 24, 2025 • Africa Cup of Nations
Grand Stade de Marrakech, Marrakech
Oman vs Ivory Coast
0 : 2
Nov 18, 2025 • Friendlies
Seeb Stadium, Seeb
Saudi Arabia vs Ivory Coast
1 : 0
Nov 14, 2025 • Friendlies
King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah
Ivory Coast vs Kenya
3 : 0
Oct 14, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Africa
Stade Olympique Alassane Ouattara, Abidjan
Follow Ivory Coast’s journey to the FIFA World Cup 2026, from the qualification process to their performance in the tournament. See how they secured their spot and what challenges they faced along the way.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Jun 3, 2022 | Ivory Coast vs Zambia | Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro | Yamoussoukro | 3:1 |
2 | Jun 9, 2022 | Lesotho vs Ivory Coast | Dobsonville Stadium | Johannesburg, GA | 0:0 |
3 | Mar 24, 2023 | Ivory Coast vs Comoros | Stade de Bouaké | Bouaké | 3:1 |
4 | Mar 28, 2023 | Comoros vs Ivory Coast | Stade Omnisports de Malouzini | Moroni | 0:2 |
5 | Jun 17, 2023 | Zambia vs Ivory Coast | Levy Mwanawasa Stadium | Ndola | 3:0 |
6 | Sep 9, 2023 | Ivory Coast vs Lesotho | Stade Laurent Pokou | San-Pedro | 1:0 |
7 | Nov 17, 2023 | Ivory Coast vs Seychelles | Stade Olympique Alassane Ouattara | Abidjan | 9:0 |
8 | Nov 20, 2023 | Gambia vs Ivory Coast | Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium | Dar es Salaam | 0:2 |
9 | Jun 7, 2024 | Ivory Coast vs Gabon | Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium | Korhogo | 1:0 |
10 | Jun 11, 2024 | Kenya vs Ivory Coast | Bingu National Stadium | Lilongwe | 0:0 |
11 | Sep 6, 2024 | Ivory Coast vs Zambia | Stade de Bouaké | Bouaké | 2:0 |
12 | Sep 10, 2024 | Chad vs Ivory Coast | Stade Omnisport Ahmadou Ahidjo | Yaoundé | 0:2 |
13 | Oct 11, 2024 | Ivory Coast vs Sierra Leone | Stade Laurent Pokou | San-Pedro | 4:1 |
14 | Oct 15, 2024 | Sierra Leone vs Ivory Coast | Samuel Kanyon Doe Stadium | Monrovia | 1:0 |
15 | Nov 15, 2024 | Zambia vs Ivory Coast | Levy Mwanawasa Stadium | Ndola | 1:0 |
16 | Nov 19, 2024 | Ivory Coast vs Chad | Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny | Abidjan | 4:0 |
17 | Dec 22, 2024 | Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso | Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny | Abidjan | 2:0 |
18 | Mar 21, 2025 | Burundi vs Ivory Coast | Stade d'Honneur | Meknes | 0:1 |
19 | Mar 24, 2025 | Ivory Coast vs Gambia | Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny | Abidjan | 1:0 |
20 | Sep 5, 2025 | Ivory Coast vs Burundi | Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny | Abidjan | 1:0 |
21 | Sep 9, 2025 | Gabon vs Ivory Coast | Stade de Franceville | Franceville | 0:0 |
22 | Oct 10, 2025 | Seychelles vs Ivory Coast | National Sports Complex Pitch | Saint-Pierre | 0:7 |
23 | Oct 14, 2025 | Ivory Coast vs Kenya | Stade Olympique Alassane Ouattara | Abidjan | 3:0 |
Explore Ivory Coast’s rich history in the FIFA World Cup, from their debut to their most memorable moments. Discover key matches, legendary players, and the team’s journey through past tournaments as they aim for glory in 2026.
Simon Adingra
One of the most exciting young attackers emerging for Côte d’Ivoire. His pace, dribbling, and direct style add unpredictability in wide areas. Adingra is becoming a crucial player in both qualifying matches and future tournament plans.
Ibrahim Sangaré
A powerful midfield anchor, Sangaré brings ball-winning intensity, physical control, and tactical discipline that protects the back line. With significant international experience and a strong reputation at club level, he remains one of Côte d’Ivoire’s most important players heading toward 2026.
Franck Kessié
Kessié is a tactically disciplined midfielder who controls tempo and links play. Known for his leadership and consistency with AC Milan and Barcelona, he is one of the most important pieces in Côte d’Ivoire’s midfield for the 2026 World Cup campaign.
Yahia Fofana
A calm, modern goalkeeper and one of Côte d’Ivoire’s key leaders from the back, Fofana is valued for confident handling and steady decision-making under pressure. He rose to prominence with his performances for the national team and was part of the squad that won AFCON 2023.
Ousmane Diomande
A new-generation centre-back with top-level athleticism and calm passing quality, Diomande has quickly become a major defensive figure for Côte d’Ivoire. His height and clean build-up play make him vital in big qualifiers and future tournaments.
Sébastien Haller
Haller is a leading centre-forward whose aerial ability and hold-up play make him central to Côte d’Ivoire’s attacking structure. His remarkable comeback from cancer and his Champions League performances have made him an inspirational figure heading toward 2026.
Yaya Touré
A dominant box-to-box midfielder who starred for Barcelona and Manchester City. Famous for his strength, long-distance runs, and match-controlling presence. He guided Côte d’Ivoire to major tournament success, including the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations title.
Didier Drogba
One of Africa’s most iconic footballers and Côte d’Ivoire’s all-time leader both on and off the pitch. A powerful striker known for decisive goals, Champions League heroics with Chelsea, and inspirational leadership that helped the nation qualify for multiple World Cups.
Kolo Touré
Touré has been a key defensive pillar for more than a decade. Known for consistency and leadership, he played for Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool. His experience anchored Côte d’Ivoire at three FIFA World Cups.
Laurent Pokou
A true historical icon of African football, Pokou remains one of the greatest AFCON scorers ever, producing record-level goal bursts that turned him into a national legend. His achievements helped build Côte d’Ivoire’s early continental prestige and still define the country’s classic football heritage.
Ivory Coast will play its World Cup 2026 matches in the following stadiums across North America. Each venue offers a unique atmosphere and experience for fans, with state-of-the-art facilities and passionate local support. Check the schedule to see which stadiums will host Ivory Coast’s group stage and potential knockout matches.
FIFA is employing a dynamic pricing model, so prices can go up or down depending on demand. Due to this, there is no specific price point as yet. Fans can expect prices to vary across tournament phases and matches. As a result, the lowest official stadium prices, for example, are anticipated to start from around $60, while premium hospitality packages can run up to $7,875.
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