Tue Nov 19 17:56:06 UTC 2024: ## Ivory Coast Aim to Bounce Back Against Struggling Chad in AFCON Qualifier

**Abidjan, Ivory Coast** – Ivory Coast will look to regain their winning form when they face Chad in their final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny on Tuesday. While the Elephants have already secured their place in the tournament, a victory is crucial to finish the group stage on a high after suffering back-to-back defeats. Their recent losses include a 1-0 setback against Zambia, ending their three-game winning streak at the start of the qualifiers.

Chad, on the other hand, are facing a significantly more challenging situation. They remain winless after five matches, currently sitting bottom of Group G with only three points. Their recent 1-1 draw against Sierra Leone marked their first goal of the qualifying campaign, highlighting their struggle to score and their overall poor performance. Their seven-game winless streak across all competitions underscores their difficulties.

Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae is expected to make changes to his lineup, potentially bringing in players like Jeremie Boga and Vakoun Issouf Bayo to bolster their attack. Chad’s coach, Kevin Nicaise, is likely to field a similar team to the one that played against Sierra Leone.

Despite Ivory Coast’s recent dip in form, they are overwhelming favorites heading into the match, having won their last seven home games, including their 2023 AFCON victory. The significant difference in quality and depth between the two teams suggests a comfortable victory for the home side.

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