

Just as in 2015 for their last AFCON triumph, the Elephants roamed the streets of the country's economic capital. Sebastien Haller, who scored the decisive goal in Sunday's 2-1 final win over Nigeria, and the rest of the squad were perched on a truck fitted out for the occasion with a three star sign to mark the Ivorians' third title.
With Monday declared a special holiday fans massed on bridges and avenues, many ignoring the oppressive heat to run alongside the victors' mechanical chariot. After a festive four hour parade the team, under heavy police escort, arrived at the Felix Houphou t-Boigny stadium.
Wearing 'African champions' t-shirts the 2024 AFCON champions did a lap of honour to stands packed with fans - all decked out in orange - the national colour. Some players were clearly moved by the welcome accorded them.