Ivory Coast defeated Ecuador 1-0 in a World Cup 2026 qualifying match held at Philadelphia Stadium. The decisive goal was scored by Amad Diallo in the 90th minute, securing a narrow victory for the African team. This result ended Ecuador’s impressive 19-match unbeaten streak. The game was a significant fixture in the qualifying process for the expanded 2026 World Cup tournament. Diallo’s late goal proved to be the difference, handing Ivory Coast a crucial win. The match was played in front of a crowd at the Philadelphia Stadium, marking an important step for both teams in their World Cup aspirations.