Ivory Coast beats Ecuador 1-0 with late Amad Diallo goal in World Cup 2026 Group E

On 15 June 2026 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, the Ivory Coast secured a 1‑0 victory over Ecuador in their Group E opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Substitute Amad Diallo, a Manchester United player, scored in the 90th minute after receiving a diagonal pass from Wilfried Singo.

The win gave Ivory Coast three points, putting them level with Germany, which defeated Curacao 7‑1 the same day. Ecuador left the match winless, while Curacao also remained at zero points after their heavy loss.

The result leaves the Group E standings tight as the tournament progresses, with Ivory Coast and Germany both leading the group after matchday one.