Ivory Coast defeated Ecuador 1-0 in a World Cup 2026 qualifying match, securing a crucial late victory. The game, played at Lincoln Financial Field, saw Ecuador dominate for much of the contest with strong support from the crowd. Amad Diallo scored the winning goal for Ivory Coast in the 90th minute, breaking the deadlock. This unexpected win significantly boosts Ivory Coast’s chances of advancing to the round of 16. The match was a hard-fought battle, with Ivory Coast ultimately capitalizing on a late opportunity. The result places Ivory Coast in a stronger position within their qualifying group.