In a tense Group C match, Côte d’Ivoire edged Somalia 2-0, with goals coming in the 88th minute and added time to seal the win. Yann Ghoho broke the deadlock in the 88th minute, and Bazamouna Touré added a second goal deep into stoppage time, giving the Elephants all three points.
The result leaves the Ivory Coast with six points from two games, placing them second in the group on goal difference behind The Gambia, who earlier stunned Ghana with a 4-2 comeback victory in Accra. The Black Stars now sit bottom of the group without a point after two matches, presenting a steep challenge for Carlos Queiroz’s side in their quest to reach the 2027 AFCON.
Looking ahead, Côte d’Ivoire faces The Gambia in a double-header in November. Two victories would bring the Elephants to 12 points and keep them within striking distance of qualification, depending on other results.
