Afcon 2023: Senegal-Côte d’Ivoire, the official compositions are here

The clash between Senegal and Ivory Coast in the round of 16 of Afcon 2023 could be intense at the Charles Konan Banny stadium in Yamoussoukro. Senegal, reigning champion and strong performer in the group stage, faces Ivory Coast in search of redemption after a contested qualification. Aliou Cissé and Fae have just revealed their official compositions.

Afcon 2023 hosts Ivory Coast avoided an early exit by miraculously qualifying as the best third. Despite defeats against Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea, the Elephants were propelled into the eighth, under the direction of Emerse Faé, the new coach. This Afcon 2023 round of 16 meeting against Senegal constitutes a major challenge for a shaken team determined to turn things around after a rout against Equatorial Guinea.

On the Senegalese side, the Lions of Téranga have high ambitions and are aiming for a second consecutive title. Finalists of the last two editions, the team led by Aliou Cissé is the favorite. Having performed flawlessly in Group C, considered the most difficult, the Senegalese scored eight goals in three matches, and demonstrated their offensive power.

The history of clashes between Ivory Coast and Senegal often leans in favor of the Elephants. However, the Lions of Teranga remain confident, aware of the wounded pride of their opponents. Côte d’Ivoire, nourishing desire, determination and a sense of honor, will try to overcome tactical obstacles with a fighting spirit. And for this shock, Fae and Aliou Cissé aligned their best elements, the only false note, the package of Pape Gueye in the Senegal midfield. Here are the official lineups for the Senegal-Ivory Coast clash.