Cote d’Ivoire v Ghana: Romaric N’Dri Koffi backs Elephants to win 2-0

Romaric N’Dri Koffi believes Cote d’Ivoire’s control in midfield and technical quality will be decisive when the Elephants face Ghana in the opening round of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers.

The former Cote d’Ivoire international offered his assessment of the match in an interview with 225foot, highlighting the importance of setting the tempo in the middle of the pitch.

He expects Ghana to pose a difficult challenge, with the Black Stars likely to defend in a compact shape and look to attack quickly on the counter. Cote d’Ivoire, he says, will need to remain patient rather than force the game.

Ball possession and the ability to create space will be central to the Elephants’ approach, according to N’Dri Koffi. Those qualities could give Cote d’Ivoire’s attacking players the opportunities they need to make the difference.

The match will be played at the Stade de la Paix de Bouake, with the former FC Seville midfielder also identifying the home support as a potential advantage for the Ivorian side.

N’Dri Koffi ultimately expects Cote d’Ivoire to claim victory, predicting a 2-0 win for the Elephants. His forecast reflects his confidence in the quality of the current squad ahead of the opening fixture of the 2027 qualifying campaign.