Diallo strike gets Ivory Coast title defence off to winning start
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored the decisive goal as Ivory Coast launched their Africa Cup of Nations title defence with a controlled 1-0 victory over Mozambique..
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Ivory Coast, defending champions of the **Africa Cup of Nations**, began their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Mozambique. Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored the crucial goal in the Group F match in Marrakesh.
- Amad Diallo scored the winning goal four minutes into the second half.
- Ivory Coast controlled possession against Mozambique’s disciplined defense.
- Mozambique continues its streak without an AFCON victory since 1986, now with four draws and 12 defeats.
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Ivory Coast, Cameroon & Algeria Secure Wins in Africa Cup of Nations Openers - December 2025
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco saw several teams start their campaigns. Defending champions Ivory Coast began with a 1-0 victory over Mozambique, thanks to a goal from winger Amad Diallo in the Group F match. Also in Group F, Cameroon secured a 1-0 win against Gabon, with Karl Etta Eyong's early goal being the decider. In Group E, Algeria, led by captain Riyad Mahrez, had a dominant 3-0 victory over Sudan, with Mahrez scoring twice. Amidst the on-field action, AFCON organizers are allowing spectators free entry after matches begin to fill sparsely attended stadiums. This measure is intended to boost attendance as Morocco prepares to co-host the 2030 World Cup.
