The Ivory Coast national team clinched the title of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations by defeating Nigeria with a score of two goals to one in a match held on Sunday at the Hassan II Stadium.
Frank Kessie and Sebastien Haller scored for the Ivorian team, while Nigeria’s defender William Troost-Ekong found the net for the Nigerian side.
Lifting the trophy on home soil, the team secured the African Cup for the third time in its history, adding to their previous victories in 1992 and 2015, besting Ghana in the final.
Here’s a roundup of the coverage of Ivory Coast’s championship win in the global press:
The Spanish newspaper “Sport” headlined: “Frank Kessie Leads Ivory Coast to African Throne.”
Italian newspaper “La Gazzetta dello Sport” wrote: “Haller: An African Tale.”
French publication “L’Équipe” featured: “Ivory Coast at Its Peak of Ecstasy.”
“Le Figaro” proclaimed: “Ecstasy in Ivory Coast as they Secure Their Third Title by Beating Nigeria in the Final.”
The Ivorian victory has garnered significant attention worldwide, with headlines reflecting the nation’s pride and celebration of their remarkable achievement in African football.