Ivory Coast
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Ivory Coast
EcuadorIvory Coast 1-0 Ecuador (FT)
Ivory Coast edged past Ecuador with a late goal to claim a 1-0 win in their opening Group Stage match at the World Cup held at Lincoln Financial Field.
In the World Cup Group Stage opener at Lincoln Financial Field, Ivory Coast defeated Ecuador 1-0 thanks to a late goal by A. Diallo in the 90th minute. The match saw disciplined defensive efforts and multiple yellow cards, with Ivory Coast receiving three and Ecuador one. Despite Ecuador's slight possession advantage, Ivory Coast's attacking efficiency proved decisive.
The key turning point was the 90th-minute goal by A. Diallo for Ivory Coast. Earlier in the match, yellow cards were issued to Seko Fofana (28'), Franck Kessié (38'), and Guéla Doué (40') for Ivory Coast, and Jackson Porozo (73') for Ecuador, indicating a physical contest.
Ivory Coast had an expected goals value of 1.52 compared to Ecuador's 1.01. Ivory Coast took 15 total shots with 4 on target, while Ecuador managed 12 shots but only 1 on target. Possession was slightly in Ecuador's favor at 52% to Ivory Coast's 48%. Corner kicks were 5 for Ecuador and 3 for Ivory Coast.
Ivory Coast starts their World Cup Group Stage campaign with maximum points, gaining an early advantage in the group standings. Ecuador will look to regroup as the group stage progresses.
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