# Ivory Coast Makes History: Pépé Dominates

URL: https://technosports.co.in/ivory-coast-makes-history-pepe-dominates/  
Published: 2026-06-26  
Updated: 2026-06-26  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

History is written! Ivory Coast crushes Curaçao 2-0, securing their first-ever World Cup knockout stage appearance. Nicolas Pépé delivered a masterclass, netting two clinical goals to silence the opposition at Lincoln Financial Field. Emerse Fae’s squad dominated possession and tempo, ending Curaçao’s tournament run. Up next, the Elephants prepare for a high-stakes Round of 32 showdown against France or Norway.