Ivory Coast have been crowned African champions, thanks in part to two decisive goals from Sebastien Haller, one in the semi-final against DR Congo and the other in the final against Nigeria. The Elephants have had an epic tournament due to the different circumstances they have faced.
The hosts made it through the group stage by the skin of their teeth, thanks to a goal from Morocco. In addition, their coach was sacked before they knew whether they would qualify for the last 16
The Ivorian signed for Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2022 after a great season at Ajax and as a replacement for Haaland. Just a few days after arriving in Germany, he was informed that he was suffering from the disease.
Little by little, the striker has been getting closer to his level and becoming more and more important in Dortmund and the Ivorian national team.