Curacao vs Ivory Coast: How to Watch Live, TV Channel, and Kickoff Time for World Cup Group E Clash

Curacao and Ivory Coast will square off in a Group E match that contrasts a debutant nation with a more seasoned World Cup contender. Ivory Coast holds the 34th spot in FIFA rankings, while Curacao is ranked 82nd, showing a clear gap between the two teams.

With just about 150,000 people, Curacao is the smallest country by population to ever reach the World Cup. This Caribbean team leans on players like Sheffield United's Tahith Chong and veteran midfielder Leandro Bacuna to make an impact in their first tournament appearance.

Ivory Coast arrives aiming to build on its World Cup history, marking its fourth appearance and first since 2014. Known as the Elephants, they have yet to move past the group stage but remain hungry after a narrow 3-2 quarterfinal loss to Egypt in the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations.

Ivory Coast’s roster includes notable talents such as Manchester United's Amad Diallo, Aston Villa's Evann Guessand, and Franck Kessie from Al Ahli.

Broadcast Details for Curacao vs. Ivory Coast

The match will be televised in the United States on FS1. Streaming options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. Fubo is a popular choice, offering a free trial for new users, which allows streaming of ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 other channels without cable.

Match Date and Time

The game kicks off on Thursday, June 25, at 4 p.m. Eastern Time at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Upcoming World Cup Matches (All Times Eastern)

• June 25: Curacao vs. Ivory Coast at 4 p.m.
• June 25: Turkey vs. USA at 10 p.m.
• June 26: Egypt vs. Iran at 11 p.m.

About the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 through July 19, marking the first tournament hosted jointly by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches will be held across 16 cities in these countries.

The U.S. host cities include Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Seattle. Canada’s games will take place in Toronto and Vancouver, while Mexico’s matches are set for Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.

This edition expands the field from 32 to 48 teams, allowing more countries to compete and increasing the number of matches to 104, including knockout rounds and the final.

The full list of qualified teams includes nations like Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, England, France, Germany, Ivory Coast, Japan, Mexico, Spain, the United States, and many others.

Watching the 2026 World Cup

In the United States, English-language broadcasts are expected on FOX and FS1, both accessible via fubo for those without traditional cable service. Spanish-speaking viewers can watch matches on Telemundo and Universo, with streaming available on Peacock and DIRECTV.

Final Match Details

The final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium, known officially for the tournament as New York-New Jersey Stadium.

Kickoff Times and Host Cities

Match times vary depending on the location and round due to the tournament spanning multiple time zones across the three host countries. Fans should check schedules carefully to catch games live in their local time zone.

Host Nation Participation

The United States automatically qualifies as one of the three hosts, along with Canada and Mexico, ensuring all three countries compete on home soil.