#BinancePickAndWin
World Cup: Côte d'Ivoire beat Curaçao 2-0 in Group E to advance to the knockout stage for the first time in their history as runners-up in the group. The team used a 4-2-3-1 formation, with 63% possession throughout as they controlled the tempo. Nicolas Pépé was the standout of the match: in the 7th minute he scored with a finish after an assist from Diedomandé, and in the 64th minute he completed his brace after a pass from Sanga. Although Curaçao repeatedly tried to counterattack, their shot efficiency was poor and they failed to create any real threat. After taking the lead, Côte d'Ivoire played with composure, rotating several players in the second half to preserve energy, and ultimately secured a clean sheet victory.
World Cup: Côte d'Ivoire beat Curaçao 2-0 in Group E to advance to the knockout stage for the first time in their history as runners-up in the group. The team used a 4-2-3-1 formation, with 63% possession throughout as they controlled the tempo. Nicolas Pépé was the standout of the match: in the 7th minute he scored with a finish after an assist from Diedomandé, and in the 64th minute he completed his brace after a pass from Sanga. Although Curaçao repeatedly tried to counterattack, their shot efficiency was poor and they failed to create any real threat. After taking the lead, Côte d'Ivoire played with composure, rotating several players in the second half to preserve energy, and ultimately secured a clean sheet victory.