Breaking News: Ivory Coast Players Granted N118 Million and Luxurious Homes as Reward for Winning AFCON 2023
President Alassane Ouattara has acknowledged the Ivorian national team’s outstanding success at AFCON 2023 by hosting a reception to commend their remarkable achievement. Each member of the championship-winning squad is set to receive a substantial reward of N118 million (KSh 12 million) and the keys to a lavish villa. Coach Emerse Fae will be honored with $164,000 (KSh 24 million).
Ivory Coast’s team officials, coaches, and players are also bestowed with prestigious titles within the National Order of Merit, with team officials receiving the title of Commander, and coaches and players being honored as Chevaliers and Officers, respectively.
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Initially deemed unlikely, the host nation’s progression to the final appeared improbable during the early stages of the competition. However, the team staged a remarkable comeback, securing a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the final on Sunday.
In recognition of their exceptional achievement, President Alassane Ouattara expressed his joy, saying, “You have brought happiness to all Ivorians, bravo, bravo,” as he awarded them the nation’s highest order.
Sebastien Haller’s goal became decisive in the AFCON Final, with Ivory Coast overcoming Nigeria, the hosts, in a thrilling 90-minute showdown. Despite a slow start in the group stages, Ivory Coast claimed the coveted trophy, sparking nationwide celebrations as the whole nation rejoiced in their remarkable feat.