Who will Ivory Coast face in the Round of 32?

It depends on where Ivory Coast finish. If they win Group E, they face the runner-up of Group F (currently Netherlands). If they finish 2nd, they face the winner of Group F (currently Japan).

Is it better for Ivory Coast to finish 1st or 2nd?

Finishing 1st means facing a runner-up, which is typically an easier path. Toggle match results on the scenarios page to see how each outcome changes the knockout bracket.

What is Ivory Coast's path to the World Cup final?

Ivory Coast's knockout path depends on their group position. Use the scenario simulator to explore different finishing positions and see the full route.

Ivory Coast — Knockout Path

Who could Ivory Coast face in the Round of 32?

Current position

Ivory Coast are 4th in Group E

Ivory Coast need to move into the top 2 to reach the knockout stage

Finish 1st

Win the group

Face Netherlands (2nd in Group F)

Group F runner-up

Finish 2nd

Runner-up

Face Japan (1st in Group F)

Group F winner

Why position matters

Finish 1st → face Netherlands (Group F runner-up)

Finish 2nd → face Japan (Group F winner)

Toggle results on the scenarios page to see how the group position changes.

Toggle results to change position →Can Ivory Coast still qualify? →

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will Ivory Coast face in the Round of 32?: It depends on where Ivory Coast finish. If they win Group E, they face the runner-up of Group F (currently Netherlands). If they finish 2nd, they face the winner of Group F (currently Japan).
Is it better for Ivory Coast to finish 1st or 2nd?: Finishing 1st means facing a runner-up, which is typically an easier path. Toggle match results on the scenarios page to see how each outcome changes the knockout bracket.
What is Ivory Coast's path to the World Cup final?: Ivory Coast's knockout path depends on their group position. Use the scenario simulator to explore different finishing positions and see the full route.