Ivory Coast Sacks Manager Despite AFCON Round of 16 Possibility

-

The host nation for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Ivory Coast, has taken the decision to dismiss manager Jean-Louis Gasset, even though there is still a possibility for the team to qualify for the round of 16. 

The Elephants are on the brink of elimination after suffering consecutive group-stage defeats against Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea, the latter being a heavy 4-0 loss. However, they still have a chance to advance as one of the best third-placed teams, pending the results of the group stages.

Related To This: GFA Sacks Chris Hughton and Dissolves Black Stars Technical Team

In an announcement made on social media, the Ivory Coast Football Federation (FIF) revealed that Gasset and his assistant Ghislain Printant have been relieved of their duties "due to insufficient results." The FIF expressed regret for the team's performance during the group phase of AFCON 2023 but remains optimistic about the potential of the football team and called for unity for future events.

Gasset, who took charge of the team in 2022, replacing Patrice Beaumelle, has a background as an assistant coach for both the France men's national team and Paris Saint-Germain. 

Ivory Coast secured their first AFCON victory on January 13 by defeating Guinea-Bissau 2-0, but subsequent losses to Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea have put their continuation in the competition out of their control. If they do qualify for the round of 16, they will face either Group B winners Cape Verde or the Group C winner.

Follow Us On Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/bfmnetwork

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

AFCON 2023: Cape Verde Beats Ghana To Top Group B

-
Image
Gary Rodrigues emerged as the hero for Cape Verde, scoring a late goal in added time to secure a 2-1 won over Ghana in their opening game at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). After this back-and-forth match, the outcome left Ghana reeling and considering their next course of action. Related To This: AFCON 2023: The Outcome Was Really Disappointing To Us - Chris Hughton on Losing To Cape Verde Drama erupted early in the match as Jameiro Monteiro scored Cape Verde's first goal in the 17th minute after Richard Ofori tripped. To the delight of their supporters, Cape Verde held their lead throughout the first half despite Ghana's relentless play in the final third. The contest saw Majeed Ashimeru's disallowed goal, as Ransford-Yeboah's involvement was deemed offside, denying Ghana the chance to level the score early on. However, the Black Stars entered the second half with renewed vigor, with Djiku scoring the equalizer from a corner. Djiku continued to play a heroic ...
Read more

Former US Officials Reaffirm Strong Support for Taiwan Following Presidential Election

-
Image
(Photo Credit: cnn) Despite China's threats, former top US officials flew to Taiwan to reiterate Washington's unwavering support for the island after it chose a president Beijing loathed. Lai Ching-te, the leader of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), was elected to an unprecedented third term in government. Beijing was outraged by this, and ties between the US and China were strained as a result. Related To This: Nauru Cuts Ties with Taiwan and Recognizes China While visiting Taiwan, former US national security advisor Stephen Hadley congratulated the island nation on its election triumph and hailed its democracy as a "shining example for the world". Hadley emphasized that the next administration will uphold the United States' strong commitment to Taiwan and the two nations' ongoing partnership. (Photo Credit: cnn) Congratulating Lai and the people of Taiwan, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the robustness of Taiwan's democratic system...
Read more

Parliament Summons Transport Minister Over Extra $20 Charge at KIA

-
Image
Minister for Transport, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, has been called to provide urgent explanations to Members of Parliament (MP) regarding a purported new charge imposed by the Ghana Airport Company (GACL) as maintenance fees. Related To This: British Airways Engages With Government on High Operating Costs At KIA Effective May 1, 2024, passengers traveling through Kotoka International Airport in Accra will be mandated to pay a $20 fee for maintenance purposes and to assist in covering the costs of baggage belt repairs. A letter from the management of GACL to the Chairperson of the Airport Operators Committee of Kotoka International Airport revealed the introduction of a new fee for departing travelers. Dated March 11, 2024, and signed by the Managing Director of Ghana Airports Company Limited, Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, the letter outlined that the fee would apply to all round-trip tickets. Alongside the announcement of the $20 round-trip airline ticket fee, GACL specified that $10 of the fe...
Read more