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Rabat – Curaçao and Côte d’Ivoire meet in a crucial Group E encounter on Matchday 3 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both sides aiming to boost their hopes of reaching the knockout stage.
The Blue Wave enters the contest determined to make their mark on the global stage after challenging fixtures against European giants Germany and South American contenders Ecuador. A victory would put Dick Advocaat’s side in a historic position ahead of the final group-stage calculations.
With three points at stake and qualification hanging in the balance, Advocaat has revealed the starting lineup tasked with delivering Curaçao’s most iconic victory.
Curaçao’s squad to feature against Côte d’Ivoire
Curaçao head coach Dick Advocaat has named his lineup for the team’s third match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Côte d’Ivoire.
Eloy Room starts in goal behind a defense featuring Fonville, Floranus, Obispo, gaari, and Brenet
In midfield, Juninho Bacuna, Leandro Bacuna, Comencia, and Chong.
Curaçao’s attack is led by Locadia.
Curaçao starting XI vs Côte d’Ivoire
Goalkeeper: Eloy Room
Defenders: Fonville, Floranus, Obispo, gaari, and Brenet
Midfielders: Juninho Bacuna, Leandro Bacuna, Comencia, and Chong.
Forwards: Jurgen Locadia
Curaçao approaches the Group E clash seeking a historic victory and an opportunity to move closer to qualification for the Round of 32.
