FIFA World Cup 2026
Ivory Coast at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview
Côte d’Ivoire is a West African republic on the Gulf of Guinea, historically a leading cocoa and coffee exporter, ethnically diverse, with French as the official language and Yamoussoukro as the designated capital while Abidjan remains the economic hub.
Ivory Coast have never lifted the trophy, but their best run is as World Cup group-stage regulars (2006, 2010, 2014) across 3 World Cup appearances. At the World Cup, Wilfried Bony, Aruna Dindane, Didier Drogba and Gervinho feature prominently in the scoring charts for Ivory Coast with 2 goals each. All-time, Didier Drogba leads Ivory Coast's senior men's scoring list with 65 goals.
At World Cup 2026, Ivory Coast line up in Group E as CAF representatives from Africa. Group-stage fixtures against Germany, Curaçao and Ecuador open a competitive first-round schedule.
Côte d'Ivoire's Elephants bring West African flair and Didier Drogba's legacy to 2026. Their orange kit and CAF pedigree symbolise the continent's attacking tradition.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Yamoussoukro
- Continent
- Africa
- Federation
- CAF (Africa)
- Group
- E
- FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
- #42
- World Cup titles
- 0
Geography
- Founded / established
- 1960
- Population
- 29,389,000
- Languages
- French (official); Indigenous languages widely spoken
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF)
- Area
- 322,463 km²
- Highest point
- Mount Richard-Molard (1,752 m)
- Climate
- Humid tropical south; drier savanna north
- Land borders
- Burkina Faso, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali
Football facts
- Appearances
- 3
- Best result
- Group stage (2006, 2010, 2014)
- Top scorer
- Wilfried Bony, Aruna Dindane, Didier Drogba, Gervinho (2)
- Debut
- 2006
2026 World Cup kits
Home kit
Main color: orange
World Cup history
3 World Cup appearances
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Qualified (2026) |
| 2014 | Group stage |
| 2010 | Group stage |
| 2006 | Group stage |
Frequently asked questions
- Has Ivory Coast ever won the FIFA World Cup?
- No. Ivory Coast have not won the men's World Cup; their best finish is World Cup group-stage regulars (2006, 2010, 2014).
- Which group is Ivory Coast in at World Cup 2026?
- Ivory Coast are in Group E. Group opponents include Germany, Curaçao, Ecuador.
- What is the capital of Ivory Coast?
- The capital city is Yamoussoukro.
- Which FIFA confederation does Ivory Coast belong to?
- Ivory Coast compete under CAF (Africa).
- How many World Cups has Ivory Coast played before 2026?
- Ivory Coast had appeared in 3 FIFA World Cups prior to qualifying for 2026.
- Who is Ivory Coast's all-time leading goal scorer?
- Didier Drogba leads Ivory Coast's senior men's national team with 65 goals in FIFA-recognised matches.