Ivory Coast

Ivory Coast

科特迪瓦

FIFA Ranking
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Confederation
Founded
1960
2026 World Cup GroupE
Ivory CoastIvory Coast
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About Ivory Coast National Football Team

The Ivory Coast national football team is gearing up for the 2026 World Cup. Currently ranked #null by FIFA, they are placed in Group E. Follow the latest Ivory Coast World Cup news, explore their full squad roster below, and gear up to support them in the upcoming tournament.

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Team Info

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Founded1960
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Head CoachEmerse Faé
Emerse Faé
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Confederation

Key Statistics

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FIFA Ranking
E
2026 World Cup Group
26
Squad Size
25.5
Avg Age

Squad (26)

Provisional squad

This squad may change before final confirmation. Updated: 2026-07-15

Yahia Fofana
Yahia Fofana
Goalkeeper
25Ivory Coast
Alban Lafont
Alban Lafont
Goalkeeper
27Ivory Coast
Mohamed Kone
Mohamed Kone
Goalkeeper
24Ivory Coast
Evan N'Dicka
Evan N'Dicka
Defence
26Ivory Coast
Christopher Operi
Christopher Operi
Defence
29Ivory Coast
Ghislain Konan
Ghislain Konan
Defence
30Ivory Coast
Wilfried Singo
Wilfried Singo
Defence
25Ivory Coast
Guela Doué
Guela Doué
Defence
23Ivory Coast
Emmanuel Agbadou
Emmanuel Agbadou
Defence
29Ivory Coast
Odilon Kossounou
Odilon Kossounou
Defence
25Ivory Coast
Ousmane Diomande
Ousmane Diomande
Defence
22Ivory Coast
Franck Kessié
Franck Kessié
Midfield
29Ivory Coast
Seko Fofana
Seko Fofana
Midfield
31Ivory Coast
Ibrahim Sangaré
Ibrahim Sangaré
Midfield
28Ivory Coast
Jean Michaël Seri
Jean Michaël Seri
Midfield
34Ivory Coast
Parfait Guiagon
Parfait Guiagon
Midfield
25Ivory Coast
Christ Ravynel Inao Oulaï
Christ Ravynel Inao Oulaï
Midfield
20Ivory Coast
Nicolas Pépé
Nicolas Pépé
Offence
31Ivory Coast
Evann Guessand
Evann Guessand
Offence
25Ivory Coast
Amad Diallo
Amad Diallo
Offence
24Ivory Coast
Ange-Yoan Bonny
Ange-Yoan Bonny
Offence
22Ivory Coast
Sepe Elye Wahi
Sepe Elye Wahi
Offence
23Ivory Coast
Simon Adingra
Simon Adingra
Offence
24Ivory Coast
Oumar Diakite
Oumar Diakite
Offence
22Ivory Coast
Bazoumana Touré
Bazoumana Touré
Offence
20Ivory Coast
Yan Diomandé
Yan Diomandé
Offence
19Ivory Coast

Team History & Legacy

Ivory Coast is a national football team representing the confederation, founded in 1960 and currently ranked #null in the FIFA World Rankings. While they may not count World Cup titles among their honors, their journey to the 2026 tournament represents years of dedication and growth. Under the guidance of head coach Emerse Faé, Ivory Coast have been steadily building a competitive squad capable of challenging established footballing nations. Their roster features players who ply their trade in top leagues around the world, bringing tactical awareness and big-game experience back to the national setup. The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks a significant milestone for Ivory Coast. Drawn into Group E, they face a challenging but navigable path. With the expanded 48-team format offering more opportunities than ever, Ivory Coast are well-positioned to make their mark. Every match at the World Cup is an opportunity to write history, and this squad has the talent and determination to produce memorable performances.

2026 World Cup Prediction

Ranked #null by FIFA, Ivory Coast enter the 2026 World Cup as one of the world's elite football teams. Under the tactical direction of Emerse Faé, the team has shown promising form and competitive discipline in recent qualifying campaigns. Based on current rankings and squad performances, their group-stage outlook is widely viewed as favorable. While they may not be among the outright favorites, the World Cup has a long tradition of producing upsets and breakthrough performances from underdog teams. The 2026 World Cup's expanded 48-team format means the top two teams from each group and the eight best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32. If Ivory Coast can deliver in the decisive group-stage matches, a place in the elimination rounds is well within reach. Fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see if this squad can produce a tournament to remember.

Group Stage Analysis

Ivory Coast have been drawn into Group E, where they will face Germany (FIFA #null), Ecuador (FIFA #null), Curaçao (FIFA #null). The competitive balance within this group will play a decisive role in determining Ivory Coast's path to the knockout stage. In terms of FIFA rankings, Ivory Coast hold the highest position in the group, giving them a theoretical edge. The 2026 World Cup introduces a new 48-team format with groups of four, where the top two teams and the eight best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32. The opening match matters: a strong start can establish confidence and rhythm, while the new qualification rules make every group-stage point valuable. Ivory Coast must settle quickly and set the tone early. Squad depth, rotation management and adaptability across different venues and conditions will be equally important. Regardless of rankings, the World Cup group stage never fails to deliver surprises — every matchday has the potential to reshape the qualification picture.