Ivory Coast eliminated from 2026 World Cup, Ivorian supporters react after match
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Ivory Coast has been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a 2-1 defeat against Norway in the round of 16. The match took place on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, and led to reactions from Ivorian supporters. Earlier in the tournament, Ivory Coast had secured their spot in the round of 16 by dominating Cura莽ao with a 2-0 victory. Other related news from the World Cup includes Morocco's victory against the Netherlands, with Issa Diop named best player of that match. Additionally, Cape Verde celebrated their qualification after a draw against Saudi Arabia, while Spain finished first in their group. Didier Deschamps, coach for France, was absent from a match against Norway due to his mother's passing.
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The General Confederation of Enterprises of C么te d'Ivoire CGECI hosted a high-level "Business Outreach 2026" session in Abidjan on June 29, 2026. This event brought together the World Bank Group, the African Development Bank AfDB, and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank AIIB. The primary goal is to remove barriers to international financing and enable Ivorian and African companies to secure large-scale public procurement contracts funded by these institutions. Recognizing the complexity of procurement processes for local SMEs, the meeting provided practical guidance. Experts from the banks presented their regional operational contexts and specific procurement rules. The International Finance Corporation IFC detailed its direct financing and support mechanisms for the private sector. Participants received a practical guide on formulating technical and financial proposals that meet international standards. F茅lix Yenan, Deputy Executive Director of CGECI, emphasized that projects funded by multilateral banks are not just contract opportunities but also a "school of rigor, compliance, and performance." This initiative by Ivorian employers aligns with the National Development Plan PND 2026-2030, aiming to connect the local economy with multi-billion dollar projects and scale up national enterprises. Adu-Gyamfi Abunyewa, Sector Director for Procurement at the World Bank, stated that Africa's development ambitions require a dynamic, competitive, and innovative private sector. T
Ivory Coast's journey in the 2026 World Cup concluded on Tuesday, June 30, following a 2-1 defeat to Norway in the round of 16 match held at Dallas Stadium. Norway's Antonio Nusa opened the scoring in the 39th minute. Ivory Coast, under coach 脡merse Fa茅, equalized in the 74th minute with a goal from substitute Amad Diallo. However, Norway secured their victory in the 86th minute with a goal from Erling Haaland. This loss marks the end of Ivory Coast's historic campaign, which saw them qualify for the knockout stage for the first time. Norway will now advance to face Brazil in the round of 16.
Must ReadIvorian international Yan Diomand茅, 19, has been a standout player at the 2026 World Cup. Despite growing attention and transfer rumors linking him to major European clubs like Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool, Diomand茅 remains focused on the upcoming round of 16 match against Norway. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30, in Dallas, and Diomand茅's sole objective is to continue C么te d'Ivoire's journey in the tournament.