ASEC Mimosas secure comeback pre-season friendly victory over OFC Adiaké

Reigning Ivorian Ligue 1 champions ASEC Mimosas returned to winning ways after defeating OFC Adiaké 2-1 in a pre-season friendly, continuing their preparations for the 2026/27 campaign and the upcoming CAF Champions League.

The friendly, played on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, marked ASEC’s second pre-season outing as head coach Julien Chevalier continues to assess his squad ahead of what promises to be another demanding season on both the domestic and continental fronts.

ASEC entered the encounter looking to bounce back from their previous friendly defeat to the Ivory Coast Under-20 national team, and they responded with an encouraging performance to secure a hard-fought victory over OFC Adiaké.

Chevalier’s side showed greater cohesion and attacking intent throughout the match, eventually emerging with a 2-1 win that will boost confidence within the camp as preparations intensify.

The result provided valuable minutes for several members of the squad, with the coaching staff using the friendly to evaluate tactical combinations, improve match fitness and integrate players into the team’s playing system.

Although the scoreline was secondary to the club’s broader pre-season objectives, the victory served as a positive indication that the reigning champions are gradually finding their rhythm after returning to training.

ASEC Mimosas are determined to build on another successful domestic campaign after retaining the Ivorian Ligue 1 title, a triumph that earned them qualification for the 2026/27 CAF Champions League.

With continental football on the horizon, the Abidjan-based giants are leaving nothing to chance as they seek to assemble a squad capable of competing for honours both at home and across Africa.

Julien Chevalier has been using the club’s pre-season fixtures to fine-tune his tactical approach, test different formations and ensure his players reach peak physical condition before competitive action begins.

The French tactician is expected to continue rotating his squad in the coming weeks, giving opportunities to both experienced campaigners and emerging talents as he finalises his plans for the new season.

For ASEC Mimosas, pre-season is not only about securing positive results but also about developing the chemistry and consistency needed to compete in multiple competitions.

The club remains one of the most decorated and respected teams in African football, and expectations will once again be high as they aim to defend their domestic crown while making a deep run in the CAF Champions League.

The victory over OFC Adiaké therefore represents another important step in the club’s preparations, providing momentum and confidence as the countdown to the new campaign continues.

With more friendly matches expected before the season officially kicks off, ASEC Mimosas will be hoping to maintain their upward trajectory and enter the new campaign fully prepared to challenge for silverware on every front.