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Côte d'Ivoire Named Best African Men's National Team at CAF Awards 2024: FIF President Expresses Gratitude to President Ouattara and the Ivorian People

Côte d'Ivoire Named Best African Men's National Team at CAF Awards 2024: FIF President Expresses Gratitude to President Ouattara and the Ivorian People

Côte d'Ivoire's national football team has achieved a remarkable feat, being crowned the Best African Men’s National Team of the Year at the CAF Awards 2024, held on Monday, December 16, 2024, in Morocco. The Ivorian team was recognized for its exceptional performance, including winning the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 and securing a spot in the upcoming AFCON tournament, scheduled to take place in Morocco.

The team, known as the Elephants, triumphed over strong competition from Nigeria and South Africa, thanks to their collective spirit, resilience, and impressive display during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations under the leadership of Coach FAE Emerse. Their unity and determination were widely praised, marking their return to prominence on the African football stage.

Present at the CAF Awards ceremony, the President of the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF), Mr. Yacine Idriss Diallo, took the opportunity to express his gratitude to Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara for his unwavering support, as well as to the people of Côte d'Ivoire for their solidarity. In his speech, Mr. Diallo emphasized the crucial role that President Ouattara’s vision and resources played in the team's success.

“Our country has just been honored as the Best National Team at the CAF Awards. This victory is a direct result of the vision and resources provided by His Excellency, President Alassane Ouattara,” he said.

He also praised the teamwork that led to this achievement, stating, “This success is a testament to the commitment and determination of our ‘Commando Ivoire’ – the exceptional players, the technical staff, and the administrative, medical, and logistical teams who all contributed to this great victory.”

President Idriss also credited the people of Côte d'Ivoire, whose unwavering support and unity propelled the team to the top of African football.

“This recognition is not only a testament to the Ivorian team's outstanding performance but also a symbol of the country’s revival on the continental football stage. The Elephants’ triumph at the CAF Awards 2024 signifies their return as a dominant force in African football and sets the stage for further success in future competitions.”