They surely watched the match...: what if Ivory Coast gave Senegal the recipe to crush France?

Author: afrik-foot.comPublished on: June 5, 2026Country: France

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They surely watched the match...: what if Ivory Coast gave Senegal the recipe to crush France?

Ivory Coast came from behind to beat France 2-1 in a friendly in Nantes on June 4, 2026, after a poor first half. With imposing athleticism and quick transitions, Emerse Faé's Elephants exposed the weaknesses of the world vice-champions. This performance could inspire Senegal, who face France on June 16 in their World Cup 2026 opener.

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