Curacao vs Côte d'Ivoire Prediction & Betting Tips - World Cup
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by Sridhar Bhamidi | in World Cup Predictions
Curacao can still dream of an unlikely knockout qualification from Group E but face the hurdle of overcoming Ivory Coast on matchday three of the 2026 World Cup in Philadelphia. The ‘Blue Wave’ have one point in the tournament (D1, L1) and start this round at the bottom of the standings, while the ‘Elephants’ are second with three points (W1, L1). A top-two spot is guaranteed with at least a point, but will Ivory Coast sustain their momentum or stumble?
An unlikely win here will propel Curacao into top-three, while a draw would be enough to finish third if Ecuador lose to Germany. Ivory Coast will reach the knockouts in second place if they avoid defeat.
There was hope for Curacao from the last game, but it was all down to their goalkeeper’s heroics. Ivory Coast gave a good account of themselves against Germany, although losing plot late in the match. Will that defeat spur them to improvements here? Time to dig into our match predictions and team news.
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Curacao v Côte d'Ivoire Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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17 | 7.4 | 1.14 |
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25 | 8.7 | 1.16 |
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23 | 8.3 | 1.13 |
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23 | 8.3 | 1.13 |
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25 | 8.7 | 1.16 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Curacao and Côte d'Ivoire?
Our prediction for the Curacao vs Côte d'Ivoire match is: BTTS: No.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 25/06/2026 between Curacao and Côte d'Ivoire in World Cup :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 28.67% for a win of Curacao against Côte d'Ivoire with odds of 25 at 1xbet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Curacao vs Côte d'Ivoire is 22.8% with odds of 8.7 at 1xbet.
- Our prediction model gives a 48.53% chance ⭐ for a win of Côte d'Ivoire vs Curacao with odds of 1.18 at Shangrila.
Curacao vs Côte d'Ivoire Form
Curacao and Côte d'Ivoire's standings in the World Cup
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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2
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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4
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1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -6 |
Curacao and Côte d'Ivoire Last Matches
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
20 Jun 2026 - World Cup
14 Jun 2026 - World Cup
6 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
30 May 2026 - International Friendlies
31 Mar 2026 - FIFA Series
27 Mar 2026 - FIFA Series
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
6 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
14 Oct 2025 - World Cup
10 Oct 2025 - World Cup
9 Sept 2025 - World Cup
21 Jun 2025 - CONCACAF Gold Cup
17 Jun 2025 - CONCACAF Gold Cup
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
20 Jun 2026 - World Cup
14 Jun 2026 - World Cup
30 May 2026 - International Friendlies
31 Mar 2026 - FIFA Series
27 Mar 2026 - FIFA Series
18 Nov 2025 - World Cup
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
20 Jun 2026 - World Cup
14 Jun 2026 - World Cup
4 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
31 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
28 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
10 Jan 2026 - AFCON
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
14 Jun 2026 - World Cup
6 Jan 2026 - AFCON
28 Dec 2025 - AFCON
24 Dec 2025 - AFCON
14 Oct 2025 - World Cup
5 Sept 2025 - World Cup
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
20 Jun 2026 - World Cup
4 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
31 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
28 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
10 Jan 2026 - AFCON
31 Dec 2025 - AFCON
Curacao - Côte d'Ivoire: Form Analysis
After letting in seven goals against Germany in a 7-1 defeat on the opening matchday, not many would have given Curacao a chance. Yet, they bounced back and held Ecuador to a 0-0 draw on matchday two, keeping alive their hopes of reaching the knockouts.
The ‘Blue Wave’ won’t be overconfident of winning here, though, as they posted just one victory across their last six games (D1, L4). History can be made if they do that, as Curacao can become the lowest-ranked nation ever to reach the knockouts of a World Cup.
Three of Curacao’s last five matches saw them lose by at least three goals.
Ivory Coast led Germany until the 68th minute but failed to hold on to that lead, eventually losing 2-1 to a stoppage-time goal. That defeat ended a run of five consecutive wins for the Elephants, four of which came with a clean sheet, including against Ecuador on matchday one.
History isn’t kind to Ivory Coast, though, as they have never won two matches at the same edition of a World Cup and have never moved into the knockouts of this global tournament.
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Curacao vs Côte d'Ivoire last Lineups
Formation : 5 - 3 - 2
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Substitutes
T. Doornbusch
T. Bodak
DefenderS. Sambo
R. Van Eijma
R. Bazoer
MidfielderK. Felida
G. Roemeratoe
A. Martha
ForwardT. Noslin
K. Gorre
G. Kastaneer
B. Kuwas
J. Margaritha
J. Antonisse
S. Hansen
M. Kone
A. Lafont
DefenderO. Diomande
G. Doue
E. Ndicka
C. Operi
MidfielderS. Fofana
P. Guiagon
J. Seri
ForwardS. Adingra
O. Diakite
B. Toure
N. Pepe
E. Guessand
E. Wahi
Missing players
J. Locadia
W. Singo
Curacao & Côte d'Ivoire Squad Analysis
Jurgen Locadia limped off injured for Curacao against Ecuador, while there aren’t any more concerns from that game. They have lined up in a defensive 5-4-1 formation against Ecuador, although traditionally using a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-1-2 system.
Their creative outlet has been dependent on Tahith Chong, who either lines up on the right flank or plays as the traditional no. 10. Curacao’s chances could depend on another defensive masterclass from their goalkeeper Eloy Room.
Room made 15 saves against Ecuador in their last game.
Wilfried Singo suffered a hamstring injury late in the defeat against Germany and could be out of this game for Ivory Coast. Elye Wahi had visa concerns for the last round game played in Canada but is available here.
The Ivory Coast have lined up in a 4-1-4-1 system against Germany while being fluid and adaptive to a 4-2-2-2 formation. That leaves the electric Yan Diomande and Amad Diallo on the wings to lead their creative output.
Most goals and assists
Curacao
Côte d'Ivoire
L. Comenencia
(1 Goals)
A. Diallo
(1 Goals)
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F. Kessie
(1 Goals)
W. Singo
(1 Assists)
Curacao - Côte d'Ivoire Key Points
- Only three of Curacao’s last eight matches have seen both teams score goals.
- Four of Ivory Coast’s last six matches saw one side keep a clean sheet.
- Five of Ivory Coast’s last six wins have come with a clean sheet.
- Ivory Coast kept a clean sheet in nine of their last 13 matches.
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Our Curacao vs Côte d'Ivoire Prediction
Ivory Coast were guilty of playing too deep and on the back foot when they had Germany on the mat in their last game. The defeat doesn’t change the fact that the African nation is well-placed to qualify for the next stage. The Elephants have scored in 10 of the 11 World Cup games that they played, so Curacao’s dogged defence could be under threat here.
Their goal against Germany notwithstanding, Curacao haven’t quite shown enterprise going forward, so our Curacao vs Cote d’Ivoire prediction is BTTS: No.
Curacao vs Côte d'Ivoire Alternative Predictions
Côte d'Ivoire wins
It needed a record-breaking performance from goalkeeper Eloy Room for Curacao to hold Ecuador to a draw. Repeating that feat against Cote d’Ivoire could be a tougher challenge. The Ivory Coast are well-placed to qualify for the knockouts with a win.
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Curacao vs Côte d'Ivoire - FAQs
The Curacao vs Cote d’Ivoire World Cup match will be shown live on Nos Pais Television in Curacao, while RTI and NCI are the official broadcasters in Cote d’Ivoire. In the UK, STV (Central and Northern Scotland), BBC, and ITV are the official broadcasters.
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