The Ivory Coast vs. Senegal match on October 12, considered by FIFA as a high-risk encounter, will take place in Abidjan. Sabri Lamouchi, the coach of Ivory Coast, anticipates a challenging match and hopes for a victory for his team.
Lamouchi expressed that he does not expect a repeat of the same scenario as in 2012 when the two teams faced each other. He acknowledges the difficulty of the upcoming match and emphasizes the importance of focus, good preparation, and diligence. Despite anticipating a tough match against Senegal, Lamouchi doubts a wide scoreline, emphasizing the close nature of the encounter. He believes both teams will be determined, considering the significance of the match in the context of World Cup qualification.