AFCON 2023: Meet the Head Coaches in Group A, The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Côte d’Ivoire 2023, will begin on Saturday January 13, 2024, with the opening match between the host country, Côte d’Ivoire, and Guinea-Bissau.
The first match between these two Group A teams will take place at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Ebimpe, paving the way for what promises to be an exciting contest.
Group A has a huge lineup, with Ivory Coast, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea-Bissau and Nigeria fighting for supremacy. These teams are led by renowned and influential coaches, each bringing their own unique combination of experience and tactical expertise to the competition.
The clash between Ivory Coast and Guinea-Bissau not only reflects the competitive spirit of the Africa Cup of Nations, but also celebrates the diversity of football talent represented in Group A. The opening match sets the tone for what to expect. an exciting series of meetings between these four nations.
As the tournament progresses, fans can expect intense battles, skill plays, and strategic maneuvers on the field. The charismatic coaches leading these teams add an extra dimension to the competition, due to their ability to motivate and lead their teams to success.
With the Alassane Ouattara Stadium as the backdrop, football fans across the continent will be treated to a spectacle that transcends the boundaries of the beautiful game. Stay tuned for in-depth news, analysis and highlights as the Africa Cup of Nations TotalEnergies CAF 2023 draws viewers in Ivory Coast and beyond.
AFCON 2023: Meet the Head Coaches in Group A
Ivory Coast: Jean Louis Gasset, 69, was appointed as the new head coach of the Ivory Coast national team in May 2022, replacing Patrice Beaumelle. His appointment comes after Tembo’s disappointing performance during the previous CAN campaign in Cameroon. The Ivorian Football Federation has set a clear goal for Gasset: to win the next CAN or at least reach the semi-finals, with the result that his contract will not be renewed if these goals are not met.
Nigeria: José Peseiro, 63, took over as head coach of the Nigerian national team in May 2022, succeeding Austin Eguavoen. He is taking on the challenge of leading the Super Eagles in the 2023 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast, with the aim of improving their performance compared to the previous edition in Cameroon.
Equatorial Guinea: Juan Micha, 48, has been confirmed as the head coach of Equatorial Guinea for the TotalEnergies CAF CAN for the second edition in a row. It aims to capitalize on the team’s success in the 2021 edition and surpass its previous performances.
Guinea-Bissau: Baciro Cande, 57, has led the Guinea-Bissau national team since 2016 and will lead it to the TotalEnergies CAF African Cup of Nations. He aims to lead his team beyond the first round, a step they have never taken in their previous participation.
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