Ivory Coast’s Sebastien Haller proved decisive once again as his solitary goal propelled the hosts past DR Congo, securing a spot in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final against Nigeria. In a tightly contested match in Abidjan, Haller broke the deadlock in the 65th minute with a well-placed volley …
Read More »Ghanaian Government Pays Black Stars Supporters $400 Each in Ivory Coast After Threatening to Return Home
Citing a report by Citi Sports, the compensation was initiated following the supporters’ threat to return home due to feeling neglected. Allegedly, officials engaged with the aggrieved fans, ensuring they were compensated to encourage them to stay and continue supporting the national team in Ivory Coast. A journalist, speaking anonymously, …
Read More »#AFCON2021: FIFA Suspends Ivory Coast Keeper, Sylvain Gbohouo For Alleged Doping Violation
Africa Cup of Nations title hopefuls Ivory Coast were dealt a blow on the eve of their first game at the tournament as first-choice goalkeeper Sylvain Gbohouo was ruled out for doping. The Ivorian Football Federation revealed news of the FIFA-imposed ban on Tuesday, 24 hours before the Elephants play …
Read More »Drogba Steps Down As AFI Vice-president With Furious Letter
Didier Drogba has stepped down from his post as vice-president of the Ivory Coast Footballers Association (AFI), announcing his decision in a scathing letter released to social media that claimed the organisation has shown a “flagrant lack of coherence”. The former Chelsea star has been at odds with the AFI …
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