Ivory Coast beats France 2-1: World Cup threat emerging?

Ivory Coast upset France 2‑1 in a friendly, delivering a surprising victory on Thursday. The match featured a heavily rotated French side, while the Elephants showcased a potent attacking display.

The result has sparked debate over whether Ivory Coast can pose a genuine threat at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. France will likely review the loss and address defensive shortcomings ahead of the tournament.

Both nations will use such fixtures to fine‑tune their squads for the upcoming World Cup.