The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023, held in 2024, began with an exhilarating match as Côte d’Ivoire secured a 2-0 win against Guinea-Bissau in the tournament’s opening fixture on Saturday, January 13, in Abidjan.
Côte d’Ivoire, known as the Elephants, showcased their determination from the onset, with Seko Fofana scoring a goal in the fourth minute. The former Lens player set the tone for the match. Later in the game, Jean-Philippe Krasso added the second goal.
The Elephants remained unfazed by the pressure of playing the opening match on home turf, demonstrating composure and control throughout the game. With more precision in their counter-attacks, Côte d’Ivoire could have increased the margin of victory in the well-managed closing stages of the match.
Côte d’Ivoire, with the qualities of a tournament favorite, lived up to expectations with this triumph. Their next challenge is scheduled for January 18 against Nigeria, offering a matchup against an opponent of a different caliber.
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