The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) has extended a helping hand to Ligue 1 Côte d’Ivoire clubs, providing them with a vital resource that promises to elevate the standard of the championship.
Following the triumphant hosting of the CAN 2023 tournament in February, FIF President Idriss Diallo has once again demonstrated his commitment to advancing Ivorian football.
The latest initiative sees the provision of brand new coaches to 15 clubs in the championship, marking a milestone achievement under Diallo’s leadership.
The ceremonial presentation of the coaches, held at the FIF headquarters in Abidjan, underscored the federation’s dedication to enhancing the infrastructure and working conditions for clubs, players, and technical staff across the country.
Speaking at the event, FIF Executive Director Armand Gohourou assured that additional clubs would receive coaches in the coming weeks, further underscoring the federation’s commitment to supporting the Ivorian football ecosystem.
In collaboration with the Tata automobile group, the initiative aims to address the pressing need for improved transportation facilities, with the ultimate goal of ensuring that every club in Côte d’Ivoire possesses at least one coach for travel purposes.
Emphasizing the importance of coaches as essential work tools rather than mere luxuries, President Diallo reiterated the federation’s steadfast commitment to meeting the needs of the Ivorian football community.
The initiative has garnered widespread appreciation from stakeholders within the football fraternity, with Salif Bictogo, President of the Professional Football League, expressing gratitude for the federation’s proactive measures.
The sentiment was echoed by club representatives, who lauded the initiative for streamlining travel logistics and enhancing operational efficiency for teams across the league.
While the move represents a significant step forward for Ivorian football, it is unlikely to quell all criticisms aimed at President Diallo, who faced stiff competition from iconic figure Didier Drogba during the 2022 election.
Nonetheless, the federation’s proactive approach to addressing the needs of clubs signals a promising trajectory for the future of Ivorian football, underpinned by a commitment to excellence and progress.
Yacine Idriss Diallo: ( Remise des cars aux clubs): « Des clubs ont pris un car. D’autres ont pris deux en fonction de leur capacité de remboursement. »
Treize cars remis ce jeudi 11 avril 2024 aux dirigeants de clubs de ligue 1 et ligue 2. Les autres seront mis à disposition… pic.twitter.com/7drgqHfirV
— Zone Presse📰 (@ZonePresse_) April 11, 2024
