Cote d’Ivoire head coach Jean-Louis Gasset has been dismissed two days after a 4-0 defeat against Equatorial Guinea in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AfricaSoccer.com can report.
Criticized for tactical choices and team struggles, Gasset and his deputy, Ghislain Printant, were let go for “insufficient results” as per their contract.
Despite the possibility of qualifying for the round of 16, the Ivorian authorities acted promptly, possibly under public pressure.
The host country could still advance to the knockout round of the AFCON depending on results from other groups, who complete their group matches on Wednesday.
The Ivorian press reflected the nation’s disappointment with headlines like “Elephants, the shipwreck” and “Great hu-mi-li-a-tion.”
Post-match scuffles were contained, but disgruntled supporters damaged buses, prompting police intervention with tear gas.
Former international Emerse Fae (44 caps) now faces the daunting task of leading Ivory Coast, with a potential clash against reigning champion Senegal if they qualify to the next stage.
Gasset’s departure marks a swift response to the team’s underwhelming performance, highlighting the high stakes and expectations surrounding the Africa Cup of Nations.
A statement released by the Ivorian Football Federation to announce Gasset’s departure is below:
