11:09 p.m
Come and see us on Sunday evening (9pm) for a great final between Ivory Coast and Nigeria.
11:01 p.m
It's already been said and said again, but the Ivorians are coming back out of nowhere
Qualifying for the round of 16 at the last minute after two group defeats, including a thrashing (0-4) against Equatorial Guinea, the Elephants lost their coach Jean-Louis Cassette in the process. After a crazy episode where Hervé Renard didn't appear, Emers Fay took matters into his own hands. And his team knocked out defending champion Senegal on penalties in the 8th round (1-1, 5-4), then overcame Mali, scoring in the final moments of regulation time and then extra time (2-1 AD). This Wednesday, on the other hand, nothing can be said, the elephants have mastered their lesson.
10:59 p.m
Congo play South Africa in the third-place match on Saturday (9pm) in Abidjan.
The Congolese disappeared in traffic in the second half and could never recover after Sebastien Haller's goal, which could have scored more goals.
10:57 p.m
Although the Ivorians have taken their time entering this semi-final and are undoubtedly nervous about the stakes, they deserved victory.
The Congolese disappeared in traffic in the second half and could never recover after Sebastien Haller's goal, which could have scored more goals.
10:55 p.m
It's done!!!! Ivory Coast, after an incredible journey, play their Africa Cup of Nations final against Nigeria on Sunday.
90th+4
Ivory Coast so close to 2-0! Bamba, launched deep, tees Mpasi but his cross is deflected for a corner.
This is still very good for the Ivorians.
90th+2
Simon Banza tries a desperate volley, 25 meters from the Ivorian goal, well over the top.
90th+1
Corner for the Ivorians who keep the pressure on
Extra time will be five minutes.
90th
Scorer Haller comes out to cheers from the crowd, as does captain and decisive passer Gradel
Grasso and Boca would finish the match.
87th
Now the Leopards have had a big win since the Ivorian scored 20 minutes ago
They can no longer seem dangerous, which is unfortunate when it comes to leading you.
84th
Ivorian Amani's shot misses completely
But hey, I decided to mention it anyway. Because I have control over this live, I do what I want.
81st
I have to admit that I am in awe of Max-Alain Gradel
I honestly thought he was “carbo” in a winger position reserved for youngsters over 36, especially. Then, after a very smart first period, the former Toulouse player woke up and made a decisive pass, this time sending Ivory Coast into its CAN final. Gradel, who won the 2015 edition, was seventh in his personal capacity.
80th
Simon Adingra, who has seen little of the second-half restart, has been replaced by Jonathan Bamba, an old acquaintance from Ligue 1.
Unfortunately, the Young Boys Bern striker left immediately after the action and was replaced by another striker, Silas.
78th
Next is Elijah's barrage! Congo is finally reacting
Unfortunately, the Young Boys Bern striker left immediately after the action and was replaced by another striker, Silas.
77th
Well, “Sladanesque jewel”, I wouldn't call it that
But the Ivorians don't care.
74th
Ibrahim Shankare receives a small paper sent by the administration to give him instructions. Take that, artificial intelligence
The strange thing is that this comes just before the refreshment break, and these instructions may have been given to him orally.
71st
Another goal ball!
Congolese defender Gedien Kalulu reluctantly leads the Ivorian attack but the latter puts his lap just wide on Mpasi. Be careful not to regret these missed opportunities for Ivorians.
69th
Pakambu, Bikkel and Visa leave the Congolese side
Banza, Mayel and Shibolah enter. Sebastien Desabre tries a game of poker as his players suffer since Ivory Coast started scoring.
68th
Double ball for Haller!
But the Ivorian centre-forward's header from a corner goes just wide.
66th
Haller is already a darling of the Ivorians, and his popularity will only rise
The story is well-known but beautiful: The former oxer beat cancer last year.
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