The early elimination of five of the six African teams in the Soccer World Cup has surprised Côte d'Ivoire coach Sven-Göran Eriksson.

Portugal joined Brazil in the last 16 of the World Cup on Friday after the pair drew 0-0 in their final Group G game.

North Korea face off against Côte d'Ivoire in the World Cup. But what is the game like off the pitch for these two struggling nations?

Sven-Goran Eriksson has cautioned Côte d'Ivoire against all-out attack against North Korea as they bid to reach the last 16 at the World Cup.

Sven Goran Eriksson heralded the newfound discipline shown by his Côte d'Ivoire side in their goalless draw with Portugal on Tuesday.

Portugal got their World Cup finals off to a stuttering start with a goalless draw against a spirited Côte d'Ivoire on Tuesday.

Didier Drogba appears to be winning his race against time to be fit to play in Tuesday's Soccer World Cup opener against Portugal.

Côte d'Ivoire saw off Japan 2-0 in a pre-World Cup friendly on Friday -- but captain Didier Drogba may miss the World Cup after being injured.

Côte d'Ivoire's stars backed coach Sven-Goran Eriksson as the squad continued rush introductions to each other ahead of the Soccer World Cup.

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson was on Sunday named as Côte d'Ivoire coach for the Soccer World Cup in South Africa.