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Ivory Coast
Coverage of the Africa Cup of Nations clash between Ivory Coast and Mozambique.
Next Game: Ivory Coast vs. Cameroon - Sunday, December 28 at 8pm in Africa Cup of Nations
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Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations predictions including Ivory Coast vs. Mozambique
Sports Mole provides previews and predictions for all of Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations fixtures, including Ivory Coast vs. Mozambique.Dec 24, 06:00
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Preview:Ivory Coast vs Mozambique - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations clash between Ivory Coast and Mozambique, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Dec 22, 23:09
Ivory Coast vs. Mozambique: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for Africa Cup of Nations clash
Sports Mole provides details of how to tune into the Africa Cup of Nations clash between Ivory Coast and Mozambique, including TV and streaming options.Dec 21, 18:57
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AFCON 2025 group preview: Morocco bid to end 50-year wait on home soil as Ivory Coast defend trophy
Sports Mole previews the major narratives of AFCON 2025, from Morocco's immense burden and Mohamed Salah’s quest for a final legacy-defining trophy to Ivory Coast’s battle against the champions' curse.Dec 20, 23:06
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AFCON 2025 preview: Group analysis, star players and tournament predictions
Sports Mole previews the road to continental glory with a detailed group-by-group look at the 24 teams competing in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Dec 20, 04:16
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How to watch AFCON in the UK: Dates, time, live stream and TV channels
Sports Mole details everything you need to know about how to watch all of the upcoming games at the Africa Cup of Nations, which will be hosted in Morocco.Dec 20, 01:05
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Africa Cup of Nations: The greatest moments in AFCON history
Sports Mole charts the most iconic AFCON moments from the 1957 opener to Ivory Coast’s 2023 miracle.Dec 19, 21:41
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Top 10 African players: Where do Mohamed Salah and Samuel Eto'o rank?
Sports Mole weighs up international heroics and domestic dominance to identify the 10 legendary figures who have shaped the African game.Dec 19, 04:12
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AFCON records and past winners: The complete history from 1957 to 2025
Sports Mole highlights Egypt’s historic dominance and the legendary individual milestones that have defined the Africa Cup of Nations since 1957.Dec 17, 23:59
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Man Utd vs. Bournemouth: Will Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo, Noussair Mazraoui be available for Cherries clash?
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is still unsure whether Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui will be available for Monday's Premier League clash with Bournemouth.Dec 12, 13:57
Man United head coach Ruben Amorim discusses AFCON uncertainty as key trio prepare to depart
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is unsure whether Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui will be available for the Premier League contest with Bournemouth on December 15.Dec 6, 13:49
Man United receive major Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo boost ahead of Africa Cup of Nations
Manchester United are handed a major boost, with Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo set to be available for one more match before linking up with their countries for the Africa Cup of Nations.Dec 3, 16:50
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World Cup 2026: Which teams have qualified for next year's tournament in North America?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at each team to have qualified for the 2026 World Cup in North America and how they got there.Nov 18, 22:00
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Preview:Saudi Arabia vs Ivory Coast - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendlies clash between Saudi Arabia and Ivory Coast, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 12, 13:11
AFCON 2025 guide: When is it? How can I watch? Who has qualified? Everything you need to know
Sports Mole runs through everything you need to know about the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations taking place in Morocco during the Christmas and New Year period.Nov 10, 20:32
How many Man United matches will Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui miss during the Africa Cup of Nations?
Manchester United are set to be without three important players in the shape of Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Oct 31, 16:48
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Preview:Ivory Coast vs. Gambia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Ivory Coast and Gambia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 22, 22:53
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Preview:Burundi vs. Ivory Coast - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Burundi and Ivory Coast, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 19, 21:45
Preview:Ivory Coast vs. Chad - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying clash between Ivory Coast and Chad, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 17, 22:03
Preview:Zambia vs. Ivory Coast - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying clash between Zambia and Ivory Coast, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 13, 23:22
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