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Thursday, 25 June 2026Last updated 12:35
Curaçao

Curaçao

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LDL
02
Full time
Ivory Coast

Ivory Coast

Away
LWLWL
Lincoln Financial Field
GoalVio prediction
54% confidence
Ivory Coast(61%)
Most likely exact score1-2
Prediction correct— Result: Ivory Coast
Win probability
Curaçao
18%
Draw
21%
Ivory Coast
61%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Curaçao
14
Ivory Coast
50
Defence
Curaçao
6
Ivory Coast
50
Momentum
Curaçao
11
Ivory Coast
40
Danger (xG)
Curaçao
0.30
Ivory Coast
0.97
Both teams to score
Yes

The model projects 1.35 xG for Curaçao and 1.21 xG for Ivory Coast. Ivory Coast's projected xG of 1.21 is not sufficient to make scoring a reliable expectation — the model does not see them generating enough high-quality chances to break through.The projected 1-0 scoreline features a clean sheet for one side. With only 1 goal expected in total, the match is projected to be a tight, low-scoring affair where one goal may be enough to decide the contest.

Over 2.5 goals
Yes

The model projects a combined xG of 2.56 — elevated attacking volume. A combined xG below 2.5 is the model's primary signal that the match is unlikely to produce more than two goals, and this fixture falls below that threshold.The projected 1-0 scoreline stays under the 2.5-goal mark. Only 1 goal is expected in the most likely outcome — the model sees this as a tight, low-scoring contest where one goal could be decisive.

xG for (Curaçao)
0.30
avg per match
xG for (Ivory Coast)
0.97
avg per match
xG against (Curaçao)
2.70
avg per match
xG against (Ivory Coast)
0.73
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
CuraçaoCuraçao
LDLW
Ivory CoastIvory Coast
LWLWL

Probability breakdown

54% confidence
Curaçao18%
Draw21%
Ivory Coast61%

Ivory Coast leads with 61% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Ivory Coast Backed to Win — Model Projects 1-2

Curaçao take on Ivory Coast in World Cup.

Key factors

: 🏟️ Home Advantage Goalvio applies an 8% xG boost for home teams based on empirical data showing home sides score 10–15% more goals at their own ground. Curaçao's Elo-adjusted home strength gives them a 51% expected score in this fixture — a factor that tips the balance when the underlying numbers are close.
: ⚠️ Upset Risk Ivory Coast have won 4 of their last 10 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While Curaçao carry the stronger underlying metrics, Ivory Coast's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

Curaçao hold a slim but consistent edge across the key input metrics. No single factor clears the threshold required to claim a material advantage, but chance quality, defensive organisation, and recent form all point in the same direction — and when multiple independent signals align, that convergence is the model's case for Curaçao.

Biggest risk: The xG gap between these sides is narrow — a small swing in form, a set-piece goal, or a tactical adjustment could flip the result. The model favours Curaçao, but this is not a fixture where the outcome is a foregone conclusion. If Ivory Coast score first, the game becomes genuinely open.

Risk factors

  • Ivory Coast are in decent form with 4 wins from their last 10 matches — an upset cannot be ruled out.
  • The xG gap is narrow at 0.14 — a small swing in form or tactics could flip the result.
  • Live conditions — weather, team news, and in-game momentum — can always override statistical projections.

Head to head

Curaçao 0Draws 01 Ivory Coast
Avg goals: 2.0
25 Jun 2026
Curaçao
L02
Ivory Coast

Recent form

Curaçao

Curaçao

L
vs Ivory Coast
25 Jun 2026
02
D
@ Ecuador
21 Jun 2026
00
L
@ Germany
14 Jun 2026
17
W
vs Aruba
7 Jun 2026
40
Ivory Coast

Ivory Coast

L
vs Norway
30 Jun 2026
12
W
@ Curaçao
25 Jun 2026
20
L
@ Germany
20 Jun 2026
12
xG 1.2
W
vs Ecuador
15 Jun 2026
10
L
@ Egypt
10 Jan 2026
23
xG 0.0

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

GoalVio's model predicts Ivory Coast to win with 54% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

The most likely scoreline according to GoalVio's Skellam-DC model is 1-2.

Will both teams score in Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

GoalVio's model predicts BTTS: Yes — both teams are expected to score.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Curaçao vs Ivory Coast?

GoalVio's model predicts Over 2.5 Goals: Yes.

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