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World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast arrive for tournament in style – VIDEO
The Ivory Coast national team has arrived in the United States of America, stylishly dressed in their national colours.
After completing a training camp in Paris, head coach Emerse Fae and his players travelled to the United States, where they will continue their final build-up to the global tournament.
The Elephants landed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on June 7 and have already settled into their base ahead of the competition, which is being jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The Ivorian delegation made a striking arrival, proudly dressed in the country’s national colours.
Their arrival was met with a warm reception from members of the Ivorian community living in the United States, who turned out to welcome the team.
« Welcome To America 🇺🇸 » 😁🇨🇮#ElephantsEnMarche #TousDerriereLesElephants #CDM2026 pic.twitter.com/bYYhjSRROR
— Équipe Nationale de Football Cote d’Ivoire 🇨🇮🐘 (@equipenatciv) June 7, 2026
With the countdown to the tournament now entering its final stages, Emerse Fae and his squad will focus on sharpening their preparations before their opening Group E fixture against Ecuador on June 15.
Ivory Coast will then take on Germany on June 20 before wrapping up their group stage campaign with a clash against Curaçao on June 25 as they seek a place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup.
Source:Fiilasports/ghanasoccernet
