🇨🇮 Ivory Coast vs Ecuador 🇪🇨
Ivory Coast 1-0 Ecuador (full time). The match aired in Spanish in the US free on Telemundo and streamed on Peacock.
Where it aired in Spanish
The match aired in Spanish on Telemundo, free over the air, and streamed on Peacock. Each team's next game airs on the same channels.
The teams
Ivory Coast reach the 2026 World Cup through CAF and have been drawn into Group E alongside Germany, Curaçao and Ecuador. Ivory Coast have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.
Ecuador reach the 2026 World Cup through CONMEBOL and have been drawn into Group E alongside Germany, Curaçao and Ivory Coast. Ecuador have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.
The venue
The match is played at Lincoln Financial Field in Filadelfia, PA, a 69,596-capacity venue that FIFA refers to as Philadelphia Stadium during the tournament. The nearest major airport is Filadelfia (PHL). FIFA enforces a clear-bag policy at every venue, so plan to travel light and arrive early to get through security.
Lincoln Financial Field →Frequently asked questions
How did Ivory Coast vs Ecuador end?+
Ivory Coast 1-0 Ecuador (full time).
Where can I watch Ivory Coast vs Ecuador in Spanish?+
In Spanish in the US, the match airs free over the air on Telemundo, on Universo on cable, and streams on Peacock. Telemundo is the easiest free option.
What time does Ivory Coast vs Ecuador kick off?+
Kickoff is at 5:00 PM CT, 7:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM ART (Mexico, US Eastern and Argentina times). Check the timezone table above for your exact local time.
Is Ivory Coast vs Ecuador free to watch?+
Yes, if it airs on Telemundo over the air you can watch it free with an antenna. Universo (cable) and Peacock (streaming) are paid options that also carry it in Spanish.
What channel is the match on in Spanish?+
Telemundo or Universo on TV, and Peacock for streaming, all with Spanish-language commentary.
Where is Ivory Coast vs Ecuador played?+
At Lincoln Financial Field in Filadelfia, PA.
Who is favourite in Ivory Coast vs Ecuador?+
Group matches are tight; see the "what to expect" section above for the head-to-head context.
Diego Salcedo is a bilingual football writer based in Houston. He breaks down matches, tactics and the talking points of every World Cup matchday, following South American and European football closely for over a decade.
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