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Nobody believed it, but they did it. On the brink of the abyss in the group stage, Cote d’Ivoire did not give up and found itself in the final of ITS African Cup of Nations. This Sunday, the Elephants will try to lift the trophy for the third time in their history.
But for that, the Ivorians will have to defeat Nigeria in the final. A match that promises to be indecisive and electric.
Dismissed from his duties after the third group match and the rout against Equatorial Guinea (0-4), Jean-Louis Gasset follows the progress of his former team closely.
Contacted by the newspaperTeamthe French technician spoke about the incredible journey of the Elephants since his departure.
“ The list was well constructed even if I didn’t manage to put it together properly. We will have arrived at the objective differently but it proves that the chosen commando is the right one, even if I would have preferred not to arrive at this outcome. Some people didn’t understand why I kept Haller and (Simon) Adingra. So. And both scored, I was so happy. I dream of seeing Haller score the goal in the final. He deserves it so much. »
Before continuing: “ Of course, I don’t miss a beat of the matches! And as soon as the referee blows the final whistle, the president has a text message. I’m sending it to the staff, the players, the captain! I am proud of the Elephants, happy. My departure brought peace. We say to ourselves, he was the culprit and that protects others. You had to see death up close perhaps to bounce back. »
Which starting 11 in the final against Nigeria?
The Ivory Coast is close to the holy grail. The Elephants dream of winning their CAN. But, against Nigeria, it will not be a cakewalk. The Super Eagles are solid and formidable. Emerse Faé will have to line up the most competitive starting 11 possible to break the Nigerian barrier.
Probable starting 11 : Fofana – Singo, Boly, Ndicka, Konan – Kessie, Seri, Fofana – Gradel, Haller, Adingra
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