Ivory Coast edged past Gambia with a narrow 1-0 victory on Monday night in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, thanks to a decisive goal from Sébastien Haller.
The Group F clash, held at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, saw the Elephants dominate possession but struggle to convert their chances.
However, Haller’s crucial strike provided the breakthrough, while goalkeeper Yahia Fofana’s impressive saves helped secure the win.
With this result, Ivory Coast remains at the summit of Group F with 16 points, maintaining a slender one-point lead over second-placed Gabon.
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