Curaçao
Ivory Coast
Team Overview
Curaçao faced Ecuador in their last World Cup match, which ended in a goalless draw. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, they were unable to find the back of the net.
Match statistics (Ecuador vs Curaçao):
Team Overview
Ivory Coast played against Germany in their last World Cup outing, suffering a narrow 2-1 defeat. They had previously secured a win against Ecuador, showcasing their ability to compete at this level.
Match statistics (Germany vs Ivory Coast):
In a decisive Group Stage encounter, Ivory Coast secured a 2-0 victory over Curaçao, with Nicolas Pépé emerging as the standout performer, netting both goals for the Elephants.
The match kicked off with an early flourish from Ivory Coast, as Pépé found the back of the net in the 7th minute, assisted by Yan Diomande. This early goal set the tone for the match, allowing Ivory Coast to control the tempo and dictate play, finishing the game with 63% possession compared to Curaçao's 37%.
Curaçao struggled to convert their chances, registering 11 total shots but only managing 2 on target, while Ivory Coast had 3 shots on goal from 7 attempts. The home side's inability to capitalize on their opportunities was evident, despite earning 4 corners to Ivory Coast's 6.
As the match progressed, Curaçao's frustration boiled over, leading to a total of 11 fouls and 2 yellow cards. In contrast, Ivory Coast maintained their composure, receiving just 1 yellow card. Pépé doubled the lead in the 64th minute, sealing the match and further showcasing his influence on the pitch.
This result leaves Curaçao with much to ponder as they exit the tournament, while Ivory Coast advances with confidence, buoyed by a strong performance and tactical superiority.
Curaçao has struggled recently, with their last two matches resulting in a draw against Ecuador and a heavy defeat to Germany, where they conceded 7 goals. This poor form reflects a lack of offensive production, averaging just 0.5 goals per game in their last 10 matches. In contrast, Ivory Coast has shown a more balanced performance, securing a win against Ecuador and a close loss to Germany, averaging 1 goal per game in their last 10 matches.
In their previous encounter, Ivory Coast defeated Curaçao 2-0, demonstrating their superiority in head-to-head matchups. The statistics from that match indicate that Curaçao had 4 corners and 2 shots on goal, while Ivory Coast had 6 corners and 3 shots on goal. Additionally, the possession stats favored Ivory Coast at 63%, highlighting their control over the game.
Curaçao
0
0
0
Ivory Coast
2
1
1
E. Room
G
J. Brenet
D
J. Gaari
D
A. Obispo
D
S. Floranus
D
D. Fonville
D
T. Chong
M
L. Comenencia
M
L. Bacuna
M
J. Bacuna
M
J. Locadia
F
Y. Fofana
G
W. Singo
D
O. Kossounou
D
E. Agbadou
D
G. Konan
D
I. Sangare
M
A. Diallo
M
F. Kessie
M
C. Inao Oulai
M
Y. Diomande
M
A. Bonny
F
