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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get updated predictions and squad insights for the upcoming Ecuador vs Côte d'Ivoire FIFA World Cup game.
Following the official squad announcements for the World Cup, our experts have calculated the updated win probabilities and betting picks for the Group clash between Ecuador and Côte d'Ivoire at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, June 14.
Dimers Pro users have access to the updated expert analysis below, where we build on our early Ecuador-Côte d'Ivoire predictions to detail the latest predictions and betting picks, and have a complete look at the official squads for both nations.
Official World Cup squads: Côte d'Ivoire and Ecuador
Here are the confirmed rosters for both teams heading into the 2026 World Cup:
Côte d'Ivoire
Goalkeepers: Yahia Fofana (Rizespor), Mohamed Koné (Charleroi), Alban Lafont (Panathinaikos)
Defenders: Emmanuel Agbadou (Beşiktaş), Clément Akpa (AJ Auxerre), Ousmane Diomande (Sporting CP), Guela Doué (Strasbourg), Ghislain Konan (Gil Vicente), Odilon Kossounou (Atalanta), Evan Ndicka (AS Roma), Wilfried Singo (Galatasaray)
Midfielders: Seko Fofana (Porto), Parfait Guiagon (Charleroi), Franck Kessié (Al Ahli), Christ Inao Oulaï (Trabzonspor), Ibrahim Sangaré (Nottingham Forest), Jean Michaël Seri (NK Maribor)
Forwards: Simon Adingra (AS Monaco), Ange-Yoan Bonny (Internazionale), Amad Diallo (Manchester United), Oumar Diakité (Cercle Brugge), Yan Diomande (RB Leipzig), Evann Guessand (Aston Villa), Nicolas Pépé (Villarreal), Bazoumana Touré (Hoffenheim), Elye Wahi (Nice)
Manager: Emerse Faé
Ecuador
Goalkeepers: Hernán Galíndez (Huracan), Moisés Ramírez (AE Kifisias), Gonzalo Valle (LDU Quito)
Defenders: Willian Pacho (Paris Saint-Germain), Piero Hincapié (Arsenal), Joel Ordóñez (Club Brugge), Félix Torres (Internacional), Pervis Estupiñán (AC Milan), Yaimar Medina (Racing Genk), Ángelo Preciado (Atlético Mineiro), Jackson Porozo (Club Tijuana)
Midfielders: Alan Minda (Atlético Mineiro), Moisés Caicedo (Chelsea), Jordy Alcivar (Independiente del Valle), Denil Castillo (FC Midtjylland), John Yeboah (Venezia), Alan Franco (Atlético Mineiro), Pedro Vite (Pumas UNAM), Kendry Páez (River Plate), Nilson Angulo (Sunderland), Gonzalo Plata (Flamengo)
Forwards: Kevin Rodríguez (Union St.-Gilloise), Anthony Valencia (Antwerp), Enner Valencia (Pachuca), Jordy Caicedo (Huracán), Jeremy Arévalo (VfB Stuttgart)
Manager: Sebastián Beccacece
Updated Côte d'Ivoire vs. Ecuador predictions and picks including +275 play
Leveraging our updated data and the above squads, we have re-run the calculations for this matchup. Here are the adjusted predictions:
- Win probabilities: Côte d'Ivoire 27.1%, Ecuador 42.9%, Draw 30.0%
- Both teams to score: Yes 40.2%, No 59.8%
- Total goals (2.5): Over 33.6%, Under 66.4%
- Win to nil: Côte d'Ivoire 17.9%, Ecuador 29.0%
- Double chance (win or draw): Côte d'Ivoire 57.1%, Ecuador 72.9%
- Most likely final score: 1-0 Ecuador win (15.2%)
These projections represent the highest probability outcomes based on the confirmed team sheets for Côte d'Ivoire and Ecuador.
Côte d'Ivoire vs. Ecuador picks and best bet
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Côte d'Ivoire | +275 |
| Total | Under 2.5 | -220 |
We'll be providing 2026 World Cup best bets all tournament long, with the early edge on this game being on Côte d'Ivoire to win.
Although they are not the most likely winner of the match, the edge on Côte d'Ivoire's odds provides the best long-term value right now.
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Ecuador vs. Côte d'Ivoire World Cup details
The FIFA World Cup matchup between Côte d'Ivoire and Ecuador is scheduled for June 14, 2026, with the two teams kicking off their tournaments in what is set to be the biggest ever World Cup.
- Teams: Côte d'Ivoire vs. Ecuador
- Tournament stage: Group
- Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Lincoln Financial Field
- More previews: Latest World Cup news
Conclusion: Côte d'Ivoire vs. Ecuador prediction
Our World Cup predictions for this matchup suggest that Ecuador to win is the most likely outcome, followed by a draw, with Côte d'Ivoire to win as the least likely result.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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