Speculation is rife in Côte d’Ivoire regarding the imminent departure of head coach Jean-Louis Gasset, irrespective of the national team’s performance in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Even if the Elephants secure qualifications and emerge victorious, reports from Ivorian media hint at Gasset’s tenure hanging by a thread.
The host country suffered a humiliating defeat to Equatorial Guinea in their last Group A match, a 4-0 thrashing at the Stade Alassane Ouattara in Ebimpe.
Despite this setback, the Elephants could still advance to the knockout stages as one of the best third-placed teams, depending on results from other groups.
Surprisingly, the Ivorian Football Federation has reportedly decided to part ways with Gasset, even if he manages to secure the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations title.
This potential decision has sparked widespread debate, with football enthusiasts questioning the rationale behind such a move.
Sources close to the Ivorian Football Federation cite internal disagreements and dissatisfaction with Gasset’s coaching methods as the primary reasons for the rumoured dismissal.
The combination of off-field dynamics and on-field disappointments has left fans bewildered, eagerly awaiting official confirmation, adding an intriguing layer to Côte d’Ivoire’s AFCON campaign.
