Alain Gouaméné Departs ASEC Mimosas Amid Ivorian FA Intervention
The partnership between Alain Gouaméné and ASEC Mimosas has officially come to an end. The Ivorian coach will not be returning to the bench of the iconic Yellow and Black club for the upcoming season, marking the conclusion of a brief but impactful tenure.
According to a report by Levuvuzela, the decision was influenced by the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF), which allegedly pressured Gouaméné to step down from his role at the club. The reason? Gouaméné remains under contract with the federation as coach of Ivory Coast’s youth national teams, and the dual commitment reportedly raised concerns within the IFF.
Gouaméné joined ASEC Mimosas in September 2014, taking charge of a team with a storied history and passionate following. Under his leadership, the club finished as runners-up in the Ivorian Ligue 1, falling just short of the title to surprise champions AS Tanda. Despite not lifting the trophy, his work was widely appreciated for bringing stability and competitiveness back to the club.
The move marks another chapter in Gouaméné’s deep ties to Ivorian football. A former international goalkeeper, he has served the national setup in various roles, including overseeing youth development — a key focus for the federation as it seeks to maintain the country’s strong footballing tradition.
As ASEC prepares for a new season without him, attention now turns to who will take over at the helm, and how Gouaméné’s departure will impact both the club’s plans and his future within the national team structure.
