World Cup 2026: Curacao vs Ivory Coast lineups – Kossounou and Bonny start for Ivory Coast
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Official lineups for the World Cup 2026 match between Curacao and Ivory Coast, with Atalanta's Kossounou and Inter's Bonny named in the Ivorian starting XI.
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Attributed to original sourceCuracao vs Ivory Coast kicks off this evening, with both sides’ future in the FIFA World Cup still very much hanging in the balance.
Ivory Coast’s three points put them in a commanding position in second, with two points gap between themselves and Curacao and Ecuador.
Curacao, meanwhile, battled hard for a draw against Ecuador, meaning a shock victory over their opposition today would probably be enough for them to move second – barring any surprises from Ecuador against Germany.
There are no Serie A players in the Curacao lineup, but Atalanta’s Odilon Kossounou and Inter’s Ange-Yoan Bonny both start for the Ivory Coast.
Former Atalanta winger Amad Diallo also starts for the African side, as Roma’s Evan Ndicka continues to sit out through fitness related concerns.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – JUNE 20: Curacao players including man of the match goalkeeper Eloy Room #1 applaud fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Ecuador and Curacao, with Curacao vs Ivory Coast in sight, at Kansas City Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) Curacao vs Ivory Coast – Lineups Curacao: Room; Gaari, Obispo, Brenet, Fonville, Floranus; Comencia, Bacuna; Bacuna, Chong, Locadia
Ivory Coast: Fofana; Doue, Kossounou, Diomande, Operi; Kessie, Sangare; Diomande, Pepe, Diallo; Bonny
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What happened
The confirmed lineups for the World Cup 2026 Group Stage fixture between Curacao and Ivory Coast have been announced. Atalanta defender Kossounou and Inter forward Bonny are among the starters for Ivory Coast, highlighting the strong Serie A influence within the Ivorian squad. The match carries significant importance for both nations as they compete in the expanded World Cup format, with Ivory Coast expected to be favorites against a Curacao side making a rare major tournament appearance.
Chance analysis
The lineup confirms Ivory Coast's intent to deploy key Serie A-based players, suggesting a competitive approach against Curacao. The presence of Kossounou in defense provides solidity, while Bonny's inclusion upfront signals an attacking formation. From a prediction standpoint, Ivory Coast's superior squad depth and European-based talent should make them favorites, though Curacao's tournament debut makes this a matchup worth monitoring closely.
Ivory Coast's lineup is stronger than expected with top European talent, increasing their probability of a positive result against Curacao.
Ivory Coast's confirmed lineup with Serie A starters indicates strong squad quality and should inform favorable predictions against Curacao.