In the first leg of the Brazil 2014 World Cup play-off, Ivory Coast secured a commanding lead over Senegal in the first half. Didier Drogba, from the penalty spot, and Gervinho were the architects of these accomplishments.
Drogba, the Galatasaray striker, exhibited leadership by guiding his team to success, converting a penalty following an incident involving Gervinho. The Roma striker, executing a well-planned move, pressured Lamine Sané into scoring an own goal, extending Ivory Coast’s lead before the second period.
However, caution is advised, as the Lions of Teranga possess the potential to mount a comeback. Papis Cissé and his teammates have the capabilities to pose a threat. Dame Ndoye and Cheikou Kouyaté, the culprits behind the conceded penalty, received cautions during the match. The second half promises to be intriguing, with both teams eager to assert themselves in the play-off.
