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Jubilant scenes erupted across Côte d’Ivoire after the national football team, known as the Elephants, secured a place in the quarter-finals of the AFCON 2023 tournament.
The Ivorians achieved this feat by defeating Senegal in a thrilling match that ended with a scoreline of 1-1, followed by a penalty shootout.
Côte d’Ivoire, the host country, had already defied the odds by qualifying for the last 16 stage of the tournament. However, their journey didn’t end there as they faced the challenge of taking on Senegal, the reigning champions and favorites to progress further.
In the fourth minute of the match, Senegal took the lead with a goal from Habib Diallo, assisted by Sadio Mané. The Ivorians fought back and managed to equalize in the 86th minute through a penalty converted by Franck Kessié, who had come on as a substitute for Sangaré in the 73rd minute.
The match eventually went into a penalty shootout, where Côte d’Ivoire emerged victorious, securing their place in the quarter-finals. The win sparked celebrations across the country, with fans rejoicing at the team’s success and their progress in the tournament.
The Elephants’ journey in the AFCON 2023 has been filled with excitement and surprises. With their recent triumph over Senegal, they have proven their resilience and determination to compete at the highest level.
Under the guidance of coach Emerse Faé, who took charge after Jean-Louis Gasset’s departure following the group stage, Côte d’Ivoire has shown great character and teamwork, earning the admiration of football fans worldwide.
Their next challenge awaits in the quarter-finals, where they will face another formidable opponent.
This article was updated 7 months ago