AFCON 2025: Ivory Coast challenged in 3-2 win against Gabon
Jan 2, 2026 - 18:00
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Defending AFCON champions Ivory Coast were surprised by the Panthers of Gabon, who pounced early on to take a 2-0 lead in the first 21 minutes. Krasso, Guessand and Touré helped the Elephants climb back and secure the top spot of their group, finishing ahead of Cameroon and setting up a round of 16 game against Burkina Faso.