Two compelling encounters unfolded on Saturday evening in the quarterfinals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations hosted by Ivory Coast from January 13 to February 11.
The matches not only showcased football prowess but also featured notable incidents, including player assaults on Egyptian referee Mohamed Adel.
The results of today’s matches in the Africa Cup of Nations are as follows:
- Ivory Coast 2 – 1 Mali
- South Africa 0 – 0 Cape Verde (South Africa won on penalties)
As we delve into the events of the day, here are the standout moments from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations:
Player Assault on Egyptian Referee Mohamed Adel by Mali Team
In a shocking turn of events, players from the Malian national team physically assaulted international referee Mohamed Adel following their defeat to Ivory Coast by two goals to one.
The second goal for Ivory Coast was scored in the final minutes of the second extra-time half, leading to Mali’s elimination from the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup.
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بعد نهاية المباراة
لاعبي مالي يعتدون على الحكم المصري محمد عادل#AFCON2023
— إبراهيم 🇸🇦 (@ibrahim66e) February 3, 2024
Mali Player Scores Against Ivory Coast but Refuses to Celebrate
Malian player “Djergil Neni” refused to celebrate after scoring a remarkable goal against Ivory Coast in a match where his team ultimately lost 2-1.
The reason behind Neni’s subdued reaction was his Ivorian heritage, as his father hails from Ivory Coast, and he married Neni’s mother, who holds Malian nationality.
نيني يفتتح التسجيل للمنتخب المالي في شباك المنتخب الكوت ديفواري#كأس_أمم_أفريقيا | #مالي | #كوت_ديفوار#TotalEnergiesAFCON2023 pic.twitter.com/RwviqlTe5S
— beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS) February 3, 2024
Ivorian Players’ Exuberant Celebration After Victory Over Mali
The Ivorian national team players celebrated their triumph over Mali in a jubilant manner, displaying sheer elation as the final whistle blew, securing their spot in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals.
The electrifying scenes unfolded as Ivory Coast clinched a hard-fought victory, marking their progression to the next stage of the tournament.
The Elephants’ journey certainly doesn’t end here! 💥🐘🇨🇮#TotalEnergiesAFCON2023 pic.twitter.com/jJ6Xhx1B1q
— CAF (@CAF_Online) February 3, 2024
These captivating moments add an extra layer of drama and emotion to the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, capturing the essence of the competition as teams vie for glory on the continent’s grandest football stage.
