Curaçao vs Ivory Coast: 2026 World Cup preview, odds & key players

Curaçao meet Ivory Coast with our model leaning Ivory Coast's way (48% to win, 24% draw). The smallest nation ever to reach a World Cup. Ivory Coast, meanwhile, reigning African champions full of athletic talent.

Curaçao's edge comes from dutch-schooled technical players, but Ivory Coast will look to exploit tiny talent pool. Expect a contest decided in the details, set pieces, transitions and the bench.

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