Ivory Coast secure a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their Group E opener at the 2026 World Cup after Amad Diallo scores in the 90th minute. Multiple outlets describe a tense, closely contested match in which both teams create chances but fail to break the deadlock until the final moments. Diallo, introduced as a substitute, scores late to end the match’s stalemate. Several reports note the goal comes from a cross delivered on the right side, with Wilfried Singo named by some outlets as the provider. The late goal also ends Ecuador’s long unbeaten run of 19 matches, as highlighted by several sources. With the win, Ivory Coast claim their first World Cup victory over South American opposition, according to one report. Ecuador’s unbeaten streak is the key outcome across coverage, alongside the final scoreline of 1-0 and Diallo’s stoppage-time strike. Both teams move forward to their next Group E matches, with one report specifically mentioning Ivory Coast’s following game against Germany.
Amad Diallo scores 90th-minute winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador 1-0 in Group E
Ivory Coast secure a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their Group E opener at the 2026 World Cup after Amad Diallo scores in the 90th minute. Multiple outlets describe a tense, closely contested match in w...
- Ivory Coast beat Ecuador 1-0 in a Group E match at the 2026 World Cup.
- Amad Diallo scores the winning goal in the 90th minute as a substitute.
- The match remains goalless for most of the contest before the late strike.
- Ecuador’s 19-match unbeaten run ends with the defeat.
- Some reports say the goal comes from a right-sided cross, with Wilfried Singo involved.
Philadelphia: Manchester United winger Amad Diallo's 90th-minute winner helped Ivory Coast edge Ecuador 1-0 in a breathless FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E contest here at the Philadelphia Stadium on Monday (IST).Amad Diallo scores a 90th-minute winner for Côte d'Ivoire against Ecuador Ecuador lose for the first time in 22 months. pic.twitter.com/qKxBSrHtLe— B/R Football (@brfootball) June 15, 2026 BELIEF. AMBITION. HISTORY. "We came here to make history."Amad Diallo spoke with confidence after delivering a victory in the dying moments against Ecuador. #WorldCup pic.twitter.com/Cn2oPvVZwr— DAZN Football (@DAZNFootball) June 15, 2026 Ecuador hit woodwork earlyThe first half of the match was wildly exciting. Ecuador almost scored twice, but both shots hit the frame of the goal. First, John Yeboah’s powerful shot from outside the box smashed against the crossbar. Shortly after, Alan Minda got a great pass from Pedro Vite, but his curling shot also hit the bar with the goalkeeper completely beaten.Ivory Coast respond stronglyHowever, Ivory Coast fought back. Yan Diomande played brilliantly on the right side, constantly making dangerous runs, while Bazoumana Toure hit a low shot that forced a close fingertip save from Ecuador's goalkeeper, Hernan Galindez.'Best Fans Ever': Japan Supporters Clean Stadium After Dramatic 2-2 Draw With Netherlands In FIFA World Cup 2026 | VIDEO Notably, at 19 years and 212 days, Yan Diomande became the first teenager to make an appearance in a FIFA World Cup match for Ivory Coast.Second-half end-to-end actionChances continued to flow early in the second half, with Enner Valencia smashing a shot off the post from a tight angle. It was then Ecuador's turn to hit the bar. Elye Wahi made a solid connection with his first-time strike but couldn’t keep it down, and it cannoned off the bar.The Ivory Coast began to seize control of the match, enjoying most of the possession as Ecuador retreated.Amad seals late winnerThey got their reward for their enterprising play late in the piece when Amad slotted in to send them top of Group E.pic.twitter.com/TBOK9irInj— Rahatsız ederim (@rahats18831) June 15, 2026 The match seemed to be heading for a goalless draw before substitute Amad caressed a shot into the bottom corner to secure his team's first World Cup match since 2014. The win saw Ivory Coast move into second place in Group E behind Germany, who hammered Curacao 7-1 on Sunday.(Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)
1 hour agoIvory Coast's Amad Diallo (centre) controls the ball against Ecuador's Joel Ordonez and Moises Caicedo. Photo: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Substitute Amad Diallo struck in the 90th minute to give Ivory Coast a deserved 1-0 win over Ecuador in both teams' Group E opener in Philidelphia.
1 hour agoSubstitute Amad Diallo struck in the 90th minute to give Cote d'Ivoire a deserved 1-0 win over Ecuador.
2 hours agoSubstitute Amad Diallo struck in the 90th minute to give Cote d'Ivoire a deserved 1-0 win over Ecuador.
2 hours agoSubstitute Amad Diallo struck in the 90th minute to give Cote d'Ivoire a deserved 1-0 win over Ecuador.
2 hours agoAmad Diallo's dramatic 90th-minute strike secured a 1-0 victory for Ivory Coast against Ecuador in their FIFA World Cup return. The Manchester United winger's brilliant left-footed effort broke a tense stalemate, handing Les Éléphants a crucial three points in Group E. The win puts Ivory Coast level with Germany after their opening match.
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