Ivory Coast Starts Strong in Africa Cup of Nations 2025
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicked off with the defending champions, Ivory Coast, claiming a win. They defeated Mozambique 1-0 in a match held at the Stade de Marrakech in Morocco.
Manchester United player Amad Diallo scored the winning goal for Ivory Coast. In the first half, Mozambique’s defense held firm, preventing either team from scoring. However, in the second half, just four minutes in, captain Franck Kessie played a key role that led to the goal.