The Ivory Coast national team seems determined to bounce back strongly in the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, following their disappointing 4-1 loss to Cameroon on Matchday 2.
🔶 Friendly vs. Séwé Sport: Statement Victory
In preparation for their double header against DR Congo, the Elephants defeated Séwé Sport 5-1 in a closed-door friendly at the Robert Champroux stadium in Marcory. This performance signals renewed confidence and attacking sharpness.
⚽ Goalscorers:
Gervinho
Salomon Kalou
Max Gradel
Wilfried Bony
Talo Gadji
🔶 What’s at Stake:
Ivory Coast needs to recover points quickly in Group D to secure qualification. Their matches against DR Congo on Matchdays 3 and 4 will be crucial. With players like Yaya Touré, Kalou, Bony, and Gervinho all in form, the team has the talent—what they now need is cohesion and consistency.
🧠 Key Takeaway:
The friendly win might not erase the Cameroon setback, but it does show that coach Hervé Renard’s squad is responding and sharpening their attack. The Elephants will be hoping to carry that momentum into these decisive qualifiers.
