Ivory Coast vs Ecuador Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 14 Jun 2026
FIFA World Cup Betting Preview: Ivory Coast vs Ecuador
Ivory Coast square off against Ecuador in this FIFA World Cup Group E encounter at Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field), with kick-off set for 19:00 on Sunday 14 June.
Group E also features Germany and Curacao. The Germans are are strongly fancied to finish top of the group, while Ecuador and Ivory Coast appear the main contenders for second place.
Ecuador should be able to deliver a return when they go up against Ivory Coast, with odds of +140 looking really appealing. We think that the Full-Time Result market is the way to play this wager.
We are impressed by both sides, but Ecuador's organisation and defensive strength could prove decisive. La Tri were outstanding throughout qualifying against high-quality opposition and an unbeaten run of 19 matches underlines just how difficult they are to beat.
Ivory Coast capitalised on the momentum from their 2024 Africa Cup of Nations triumph to cruise through a qualifying group containing Gabon, Gambia, Kenya, Burundi and the Seychelles. The Elephants recorded eight wins and two draws from 10 matches and did not concede a single goal throughout the entire qualifying campaign.
In their last competitive match, Ivory Coast suffered a 3-2 defeat to Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals at Adrar Stadium. Despite enjoying 71% possession and registering four shots on target, Emerse Fae's side came up short, with Guéla Doué and an Ahmed Abou El Fotouh own goal accounting for their goals.
Ivory Coast have played four friendly matches in 2026, beating South Korea 4-0 and Scotland 1-0 in March. In their final World Cup warm-up matches in June, they defeated France 2-1 in Nantes before recording a 2-0 victory over Philadelphia Union at Subaru Park in Chester.
Despite starting the campaign with a three-point deduction imposed by FIFA following the Byron Castillo eligibility dispute from the previous cycle, Ecuador qualified for the World Cup by finishing second in the CONMEBOL standings.
In their final qualifier, Ecuador recorded an impressive 1-0 home victory over Argentina. La Tri managed four shots on target and 43% possession, with Enner Valencia scoring the winning goal on the stroke of half-time.
Ecuador conceded just five goals in 18 matches, giving them the best defensive record in the entire South American qualifying campaign. They have also impressed in their World Cup preparations, going unbeaten across eight friendly matches, including wins against Saudi Arabia and Guatemala in their final warm-up games.
Head-to-Head Statistics
There are no previous meetings between Ivory Coast and Ecuador ahead of this clash.
| FIFA World Cup | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  Ivory Coast |
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 |  Ecuador |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2:2 | 4 |
Ivory Coast have 3 wins, 1 loss and 1 draw, averaging 2.0 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 16.0 attempts. The Elephants have averaged 60.4% possession, 499.8 passes and 7.2 corners per match, conceding 1.2 goals and 2.6 corners from 2.6 shots on goal and 7.6 attempts.
Top goalscorer Amad Diallo has found the net 3 times, Bazoumana Toure 2, with Guela Doue and two other players on 1. Christopher Operi is the leading assists maker on 2.
Ecuador have 4 victories and 6 draws, with an average of 0.8 goals from 8.0 attempts and 4.5 shots on goal. Sebastian Beccacece's team average 55.5% possession, 3.7 corners awarded and 3.8 corners against them, while conceding 0.1 goals from 7.1 attempts and 3.2 shots on goal.
Enner Valencia has top scored with 5, followed by Gonzalo Plata and Alan Minda on 2 and 1. Pedro Vite and Enner Valencia are the top assist makers with 2 in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Ivory Coast confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Yahia Fofana (GK), Guela Doue, Wilfried Singo, Emmanuel Agbadou, Ghislain Konan, Yan Diomande, Franck Kessie, Seko Fofana, Bazoumana Toure, Nicolas Pepe, Elye Wahi.
Ecuador confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Hernan Galindez (GK), Alan Franco, Joel Ordonez, Willian Pacho, John Yeboah, Moises Caicedo, Pedro Vite, Piero Hincapie, Gonzalo Plata, Enner Valencia, Alan Minda.
Ivory Coast vs Ecuador Prediction & Betting Tips
Make the most of Ivory Coast vs Ecuador with our betting analysis that includes an expert match prediction, expected scoreline, key player prop picks and a value-focused bet builder.
Match Prediction
We’re of the opinion that Ecuador are really good betting value at odds of +140 when it comes to this Group E match. The price appeals and we’re bullish of landing a return here.
Our football experts are keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best World Cup stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.
Key Ivory Coast vs Ecuador stats:
The best football betting sites make it a 41.7% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 45-50%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Correct Score Prediction
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Ecuador are available at +500 to secure a 1-0 victory. Many bettors enjoy a correct score wager and there are some nice potential returns to be had.
Player Prop Picks
Kevin Rodríguez (Ecuador) is available to record one or more shots on goal at -122. He looks like a value bet on the Shots on Target market and we recommend backing this player prop pick.
Enner Valencia (Ecuador) can be wagered at +210 to be among the goals. The odds that he will be an Anytime Goalscorer look attractive based on the evidence and we’ll plump for him to find the net.
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Bet Builder Tips
Our same-game multi selections include Ecuador to triumph, No on the Both Teams to Score market merged with Kevin Rodríguez (Ecuador) to have a minimum of one shot on target.
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Ivory Coast vs Ecuador Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The draw is available at +180 if you believe that this World Cup clash will finish level, with Ecuador at +160 and Ivory Coast chalked up at +230 with the bookmakers to secure a win of their own.
If you want to side with Ecuador winning against Ivory Coast, then the -0.25 on the Asian Handicap is one potential option. You can land +110 and also have the insurance of half stake returns in the event of a draw.
If you’re anticipating that two goals or less will be netted throughout the contest, then Under 2.5 Goals is a definite runner. If you’re looking to wager Both Teams to Score No, this is currently available at -167.
The recommended betting sites push the boat out to ensure that football bettors can select from hundreds of markets. You can access them for every World Cup game before making a decision.
Favourite Enner Valencia is priced at +430 to be the first player to find the net. There’s also the opportunity to back him to score any time at odds of +210.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Ivory Coast Stats
Ecuador Stats
- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 9 wins and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins and 6 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 2 defeats and 6 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.20 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 0.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 0.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.60 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 1 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 1 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 7.20 corners awarded and 2.60 corners conceded in the last 5 matches
- An average of 7.00 corners awarded and 2.67 corners against in the last 3 home matches
- An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 5 matches
- An average of 9.67 corners awarded in the last 3 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 0 of the last 5 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 0 of the last 3 home matches
- An average of 3.70 corners awarded and 3.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 corners awarded and 4.10 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 7.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 60.40% possession in the last 5 matches
- An average of 54.33% possession in the last 3 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 5 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 3 home matches
Ivory Coast vs Ecuador Lineups & Team News
Stay ahead of the game by checking the Ivory Coast vs Ecuador team news before betting. We’ll provide full coverage of predicted and confirmed World Cup lineups alongside the newest injury information.
Ivory Coast Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Ecuador Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Ivory Coast Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Ecuador Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Ivory Coast Substitutes
- 2Ousmane Diomande
- 4Jean Michael Seri
- 7Odilon Kossounou
- 9Ange-Yoan Bonny
- 10Simon Adingra
- 13Christopher Operi
- 14Oumar Diakite
- 15Amad Diallo
- 16Mohamed Kone
- 18Ibrahim Sangare
- 21Evan N'Dicka
- 22Evann Guessand
- 23Alban Lafont
- 25Parfait Guiagon
- 26Christ Inao Oulai
Ecuador Substitutes
- 2Felix Torres
- 5Jordy Alcivar
- 7Pervis Estupinan
- 8Anthony Valencia
- 10Kendry Paez
- 11Kevin Rodriguez
- 12Moises Ramirez
- 16Jordy Caicedo
- 17Angelo Preciado
- 18Denil Castillo
- 20Nilson Angulo
- 22Gonzalo Valle
- 24Jeremy Arevalo
- 25Jackson Porozo
- 26Yaimar Medina
Previous Ivory Coast Lineups
Previous Ecuador Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Ivory Coast Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Emerse Fae
Ecuador Player Stats & Squad
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:0 | 9 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 4 |
| 3 | South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:3 | 3 |
| 4 | Czech Republic | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:6 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Canada | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8:3 | 4 |
| 3 | Bosnia and H. | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:6 | 4 |
| 4 | Qatar | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:3 | 7 |
| 3 | Scotland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Haiti | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:4 | 4 |
| 4 | Turkey | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3:5 | 3 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Ivory Coast | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 | Ecuador | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Curacao | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1:9 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10:4 | 7 |
| 2 | Japan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Tunisia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:2 | 5 |
| 2 | Egypt | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:0 | 7 |
| 2 | Cape Verde | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 2 |
| 4 | Saudi Arabia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:5 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10:2 | 9 |
| 2 | Norway | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:7 | 6 |
| 3 | Senegal | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8:6 | 3 |
| 4 | Iraq | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Austria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6:6 | 4 |
| 3 | Algeria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Jordan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Portugal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:1 | 5 |
| 3 | DR Congo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:11 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 7 |
| 2 | Croatia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 6 |
| 3 | Ghana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Panama | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0:4 | 0 |
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