Côte d'Ivoire vs DR Congo Preview | AFCON 2023
Feb 8, 2024 published
PREDICTED LINE-UPS
Côte d'Ivoire
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Y. Fofana; Aurier, Boly, Ndicka, Konan; Seri, Kessie; Pepe, S. Fofana, Gradel; Kouame
DR Congo
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Mpasi; Kalulu, Mbemba, Inonga, Masuaku; Pickel, Moutoussamy; Elia, Bongonda, Wissa; Bakambu
PREDICTION
After suffering consecutive defeats in the group stage against Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea, conceding five goals in the process, Ivory Coast decided to part ways with Jean-Louis Gasset. However, under the guidance of caretaker manager Emerse Fae, a former Reading midfielder, they managed to secure a penalty shootout victory over defending champions Senegal and then overcome a formidable Mali side in the quarter-finals. With the hosts now eyeing a surprise tournament victory, they are set to face a Democratic Republic of Congo team boasting a strong attacking unit. Although the Congolese side has yet to find their rhythm, their talented players ensure they're always a threat, so both teams are likely to score in this one.