On the sidelines of the Women’s League Cup final held in Abidjan, the presidents of the French and Ivorian football federations officially confirmed a friendly match between France and Côte d’Ivoire scheduled for June 2026.
The Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes, France, will host this prestigious encounter on June 4, 2026. The announcement was made on Saturday, March 14, in Abidjan by Philippe Diallo, following a meeting with his Ivorian counterpart, Yacine Idriss Diallo, at the headquarters of the Fédération Ivoirienne de Football.
A High-Level Test Before the 2026 World Cup
This match between France and Côte d’Ivoire will serve as final preparation for both teams ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States.
“France will have the honor of hosting Côte d’Ivoire just before heading to the World Cup,” said Philippe Diallo, emphasizing that the match reflects long-standing relations marked by friendship and cooperation.
For Yacine Idriss Diallo, this fixture represents a major opportunity for the Elephants to test themselves against one of the world’s top teams. He confirmed that the two sides will meet on June 4 as part of their World Cup preparation, praising the strong partnership between the two federations.
Women’s Football at the Heart of Cooperation
The announcement comes in a symbolic context, as Abidjan hosted the first-ever French Women’s League Cup final on Saturday, March 14, 2026, between Olympique Lyonnais Féminin and Paris Saint-Germain Féminines.
“We share a common ambition: to make women’s football one of the pillars of the future,” emphasized Philippe Diallo after discussions with the leadership of the Ivorian federation.
For the president of the Ivorian federation, this event serves as an inspiration for local youth, encouraging young girls in Côte d’Ivoire to dream of reaching the highest level in football.
The enthusiasm surrounding the women’s final in Abidjan highlights the strength of cooperation between the two countries, a partnership that will soon continue on the pitch in Nantes.
