Accompanying interim coach Emerse Fae at the pre-match press conference for the Senegal-Ivory Coast fixture in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Jean Michael Seri exuded confidence, emphasizing the team’s commitment to rectifying errors from the group stage.
Securing a spot in the AFCON 2023 round of 16, Ivory Coast’s qualification hinged on Morocco’s triumph over Zambia (1-0). With their sights now set on correcting past mistakes, the Elephants face the formidable challenge of reigning champions Senegal, the frontrunners in the tournament.
Jean Michael Seri outlined the team’s determination to implement Emerse Fae’s strategic plans in their quest to overcome Senegal.
“I’m not here to talk about what went wrong previously, but we have to move forward. Because it’s a new competition, and we have to focus on what we need to improve.
We are keen to give everything for our coach (Emerse), who is like a big brother to us.
Yes, the defeat against Equatorial Guinea really hurt. We focused on ourselves after that, and we will apply our coach’s game plan,” expressed Jean Michael Seri during the press conference.
Addressing questions about interim coach Emerse Fae, Seri highlighted Fae’s emphasis on discipline and shared values since the coach’s arrival in the selection.
Seri underlined the team’s focus on adhering to Fae’s guidance and emphasized their readiness for the upcoming clash with Senegal.
“Emerse is someone who sticks a lot to discipline. We have known each other since his arrival in the selection.
He is instilling in us his values, how to be disciplined on a football field. That’s what we’re focusing on, and we’ll arrive ready tomorrow, God willing,” concluded Jean Michael Seri.
As Ivory Coast prepares for this crucial encounter, Seri’s optimism sets the tone for a determined effort to overcome challenges and make a mark in the AFCON 2023 tournament.
