Ivory Coast have reached the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in four appearances after defeating Curaçao 2-0 on Thursday. The Elephants finished second in their group and will face either France or Norway in the Round of 16 on June 30.
Elsewhere in sports news, Ecuador pulled off a stunning 2-1 upset over Germany. La Tri snatched victory late on and, with four points from the group stage, are guaranteed a place in the Round of 16 as one of the tournament's best third-placed teams.
It was a different story for Tunisia. The Carthage Eagles crashed out after a third straight defeat, falling 3-1 to the Netherlands. The Dutch top Group F ahead of Japan, who secured second place with a 1-1 draw against Sweden.
France face a major test on Friday as Les Bleus take on Norway, with top spot in Group I up for grabs.
Senegal, meanwhile, are out of second chances. After defeats to France and Norway, the Lions of Teranga must beat Iraq convincingly on Friday to keep their hopes alive of advancing as one of the best third-placed teams.
In Group H, Spain still have work to do. La Roja are not yet through and will look to seal qualification against Uruguay while continuing their impressive rise in the tournament.
Meanwhile, a new chapter begins for Alexia Putellas. After 14 trophy-laden years at Barcelona, where she won it all, the two-time Ballon d'Or winner (2021, 2022) is set to join Women's Super League side London City Lionesses.
Finally, Sébastien Ogier moved into the lead at the Acropolis Rally in Greece.
