ASEC Mimosas maintain perfect pre-season form ahead of Félix Houphouët-Boigny Super Cup clash

Reigning Ivorian Ligue 1 champions ASEC Mimosas are continuing to send a strong warning ahead of the new season after producing another impressive pre-season performance with a convincing victory over ISCA.

The Abidjan-based giants defeated ISCA 3-0 in their latest friendly encounter as preparations intensify for the 2026 Félix Houphouët-Boigny Super Cup, scheduled for August 6.

ASEC Mimosas have been conducting their pre-season programme at their training camp in Gboro Gbata, where the technical team has been working on improving fitness levels, tactical organisation, and squad cohesion ahead of a demanding campaign.

The Mimos began their preparations with a setback after suffering a 2-0 defeat against the Ivory Coast Under-20 national team, but they have responded impressively by producing a series of strong performances in subsequent friendly matches.

Since that defeat, the Ivorian champions have regained momentum, winning three consecutive warm-up games while displaying the attacking quality and defensive solidity that helped them secure the league title last season.

Against ISCA, ASEC once again showed their superiority, controlling proceedings from the opening stages and eventually securing a comfortable 3-0 victory.

Bakaré Kévin opened the scoring for the Mimos, before Bedi Stéphane and Fofana Souleymane added further goals to complete another convincing performance for the champions.

The result followed earlier friendly victories over OFC Adiaké and SOL FC, further underlining the team’s impressive form ahead of their first official competitive fixture of the new season.

ASEC Mimosas defeated OFC Adiaké 2-1 before recording an emphatic 3-0 win against SOL FC, meaning the club has now registered three straight victories since the loss to the national U20 side.

The recent run has provided encouragement for head coach and supporters alike, with the team showing signs of readiness as they prepare to defend their domestic crown and compete on multiple fronts.

ASEC’s strong pre-season performances come at an important moment, with the club set to begin the 2026 campaign with one of the biggest fixtures on the Ivorian football calendar — the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Super Cup.

The champions will face CO Korhogo in the prestigious encounter on August 6 at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium.

The match will take place at 4:00 pm GMT in Abidjan and will officially mark the beginning of competitive football for the new season.

For ASEC Mimosas, the Super Cup represents an opportunity to continue their winning momentum and make an early statement of intent. Having dominated the Ivorian league last season, the club will be eager to add another trophy to its collection and begin the campaign on a positive note.

The Mimosas have built a reputation as one of Africa’s most successful and respected clubs, with a history of developing talented players and competing strongly both domestically and on the continental stage.

Their current squad appears to be maintaining the same hunger and determination that guided them to league success, with several players already showing promising form during pre-season.

As the Super Cup approaches, ASEC Mimosas will be confident that their preparation has placed them in a strong position. Their recent victories have provided valuable match practice and boosted team morale, but the club knows that the real test begins when competitive action resumes.

With their sights set on another successful season, the Ivorian champions will now turn their attention to CO Korhogo and the opportunity to lift the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Super Cup as they aim to continue their dominance in Ivorian football.