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Amad Diallo scores goal as Ivory Coast win against Mozambique at AFCON

December 24, 2025

Ivory Coast started their Africa Cup of Nations title defense with a narrow 1-0 victory over Mozambique, thanks to a goal from Amad Diallo early in the second half. Despite dominating the match, the Ivorians struggled to convert their chances, but the win puts them in a strong position as they aim to retain their title.

Amad Diallo scores goal as Ivory Coast win against Mozambique at AFCON

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Amad Diallo scored the only goal in the 49th minute.
Ivory Coast is the defending champion, having won the AFCON three times.
Mozambique is ranked 60 places lower than Ivory Coast in world rankings.
Ivory Coast will face Cameroon and Gabon in their remaining group matches.
Mozambique has not won an AFCON match since 2010, with four draws and twelve losses.

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Amad Diallo scores goal as Ivory Coast win against Mozambique at AFCON

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