Cote d’Ivoire and Ecuador will meet for the first time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match on Monday. Ecuador, participating in their fifth World Cup and second consecutive one, impressed in South American qualifying by finishing second behind Argentina. They made their World Cup debut in 2002 and have advanced past the group stage only once, reaching the Round of 16 in 2006.
Cote d’Ivoire is making a comeback to World Cup action after 12 years, marking their fourth appearance at the global event. They secured a direct spot in the tournament by defeating Gabon in the qualification stage. The African team last competed in the World Cup in 2014, where they left feeling disappointed after the tournament in South America.
To watch Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador live in India, viewers can tune in to the Zee5 platform and app for live streaming and telecast of FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. Subscription is required for access. Additionally, Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels will broadcast the matches in India.
The match between Ivory Coast and Ecuador is scheduled for Friday, June 15, at 4:30 AM (IST) at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia. Francois Letexier will officiate the game as the referee. Both teams have announced their squads for the tournament, with Ivory Coast featuring players like Franck Kessie and Nicolas Pepe, while Ecuador includes Enner Valencia and Gonzalo Plata in their lineup.
