Ivory Coast – Cape Verde: the Elephants eyeing a double at the Felicia

After a 3-0 first-leg win, confidence is at its peak

Africa Today at 05:05

After their resounding 3-0 victory in the first leg, the Elephants return to face Cape Verde this Monday, June 8. The goal: to confirm their dominance and continue calmly preparing for the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

The Elephants are hungry to extend their winning streak. Following a commanding 3-0 win away, Ivory Coast will host Cape Verde this Monday, June 8 at 19:00 at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium for the return leg during the June 2026 FIFA international window. This football rendezvous in Abidjan promises fireworks on all fronts.

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The Ivory Coast national team 🇨🇮 claimed a 3-0 win yesterday over Cape Verde 🇨🇻, Cameroon Lionesses’ 🇨🇲 group opponents at the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations, thanks to a brace from Rosamonde Kouassi of @WashSpirit in the United States 🇺🇸. pic.twitter.com/Fb3B9SFYrr
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Reynald Pedros and his players continue to impress. The Elephants have now notched up six consecutive wins since the end of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

The focus is already on the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. After qualifying through the playoffs, Ivory Coast are using these fixtures to fine-tune their preparations for a strong showing. The task ahead is far from easy: the Elephants will compete in a tough group featuring Burkina Faso, South Africa, and Tanzania.