Sabri Lamouchi surprised many by selecting Sayouba Mande over Boubacar Copa against Belgium, a decision that caught many off guard.
Unfortunately for Mande, his debut for the Ivorian national team did not go as planned, as he conceded two goals during the match.
Criticism poured in on social media, with some questioning Mande’s decision-making and performance during the game.
However, despite the initial setbacks, Mande’s teammates managed to equalize, ultimately silencing the doubters.
While Mande’s debut may not have been ideal, he still has plenty of potential and time to grow and improve in his career.