In a surprising turn of events, the Ivory Coast national football team has decided to part ways with head coach Jean-Louis Gasset following a disappointing 4-0 defeat to Equatorial Guinea in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The decision to terminate Gasset’s contract was announced by the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) in a press release issued earlier today, January 24. The move comes after the shocking loss during the crucial AFCON group stage match, leaving the host nation reeling from the unexpected setback.
Violence broke out in Abidjan on Monday evening after the Elephant of Cote d’Ivoire lost 4-0 to Equatorial Guinea as supporters unleash anger on team bus.
Gasset, who took over the coaching reins not long ago, failed to secure a positive result against Equatorial Guinea, and the magnitude of the defeat proved too much for the FIF to overlook. The 4-0 loss has raised concerns among fans and football pundits alike, leading to swift action by the national football association.
Gasset’s coaching tenure, marked by a series of ups and downs, ultimately came to an end sooner than anticipated. The FIF has thanked him for his efforts and wished him well in his future endeavours.
Ivory Coast won their first match and lost the remaining games in Group A.
