Curacao and Ivory Coast are getting ready for a crucial clash today at the Philadelphia stadium in the USA, in the third round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage.
The Ivorian team enters the match as the favorites to qualify, having collected 3 points from a win over Ecuador and a loss to Germany. Meanwhile, Curacao, who only has one point after drawing with Ecuador, is holding onto their hopes of creating a historic upset. A win today could open the door for them to qualify for the Round of 32 for the first time in their history as one of the best third-placed teams.
Curacao Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Eloy Room
Defenders: Joshua Brenet, Jurien Gaari, Armando Obispo, Sherel Floranus, Deveron Fonville
Midfielders: Tahith Chong, Livano Comenencia, Leandro Bacuna, Juninho Bacuna
Forwards: Jurgen Locadia
Ivory Coast Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Yahia Fofana
Defenders: Guela Doue, Odilon Kossounou, Emmanuel Agbadou, Ghislain Konan
Midfielders: Christ Inao Oulai, Ibrahim Sangare, Franck Kessie
Forwards: Yann Leonardo, Ange Yoan Bonny, Amad Diallo

