Ivory Coast pulled off a stunning upset against defending champions Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations, winning a dramatic penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. Franck Kessie’s heroics were the highlight as the Ivorians booked their place in the quarter-finals. Catch up on this thrilling AFCON clash and more top football news.
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Ivory Coast’s road to the AFCON final has been nothing short of astonishing. After a rocky start, the Elephants have found their form under interim manager Emerse Faé, defeating defending champions Senegal and a spirited Mali team. Now, the host nation is set to face off against Nigeria in a thrilling finale, as they aim to capture their third continental title.
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In a heartfelt move, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) president, Patrice Motsepe, has invited the families of the victims from the Stade d’Olembe tragedy during the last AFCON edition to attend the final in Abidjan. This gesture aims to honor those lost and demonstrate the continent’s dedication to improving football safety.
In a thrilling Africa Cup of Nations final, Ivory Coast emerged victorious over Nigeria with a 2-1 win, securing their third AFCON title. The match saw a remarkable comeback from the home side, with Franck Kessié and Sébastien Haller scoring the decisive goals. This triumph is all the more significant as Haller made a remarkable recovery from testicular cancer to play a crucial role in the victory.
The 2022 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Ivory Coast, has been widely acclaimed as one of the most successful editions in the 21st century. From stunning upsets to late drama and record-breaking goals, this tournament showcased the best of African football.
Ivory Coast’s AFCON triumph was a testament to the team’s resilience and the inspirational performance of striker Sébastien Haller, who overcame a cancer diagnosis and recent injuries to lead his team to victory on home soil.