Amad Diallo’s 90th-minute winner gave Côte d’Ivoire a dramatic 1-0 victory over Ecuador in Philadelphia, ending the South Americans’ remarkable 20-game unbeaten run in stunning fashion.
A cruel ending for Ecuador 💔
Their last defeat before tonight came in September 2024! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/igBUMJCACw
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) June 15, 2026
DIALLO DELIVERS AT THE DEATH
Ecuador hit the woodwork twice, dominated large spells and looked set for a draw. Then Amad Diallo happened.
The Manchester United forward, introduced as a substitute, bundled home in the 90th minute to hand Côte d’Ivoire a barely deserved but thoroughly dramatic 1-0 win in Philadelphia.
Ecuador — whose passionate yellow-clad supporters rivalled Scotland’s famous fans — were brilliant but brutally unlucky, hitting the crossbar twice in the first half alone, a World Cup record since Costa Rica in 2018.
Côte d’Ivoire next face Germany. Ecuador must regroup against Curaçao.
Diallo’s moment of precision changed everything.
Yan Diomande against Ecuador ⬇️
– 5 chances created (game-high) 👏
– 12 touches in opposition box (game-high) 😤
– 4 successful dribbles ➡️
– 11 progressive carries (game-high) 💪
– 11/15 ground duels won 👊
– 8.2 rating (@Sofascore) 🔢Serious baller 🔥 pic.twitter.com/fip0JjEDGz
— CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) June 15, 2026
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