Ivory Coast staged a comeback to secure a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles were aiming to clinch the trophy for the fourth time in their history.
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Jose Peseiro’s squad took the lead in the first half courtesy of William Troost-Ekong’s header. However, the Ivorians equalized after halftime with Franck Kessie’s header. In the dying minutes of the game, Sebastien Haller flicked the ball past Stanley Nwabali.
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With this result, Ivory Coast has now leveled with Nigeria, each boasting three continental titles.