Ivory Coast Rally Past France 2-1 in Nantes Friendly Upset
Africa's reigning champions scored twice in the second half to beat world No. 1 France 2-1, springing a shock result in the friendly in Nantes.
Africa's reigning champions scored twice in the second half to beat world No. 1 France 2-1, springing a shock result in the friendly in Nantes.
Ivory Coast rallied to beat FIFA's top-ranked France 2-1, with Diallo netting the winner in the 84th minute. France face Northern Ireland on Monday in their final warm-up friendly.
Senegal captain Edouard Mendy told FIFA his side must fulfill their potential when they face France in their World Cup opener, and looked back on the famous 2002 upset when the Lions of Teranga stunned the defending champions.
With the groups set, fans are breaking down potential knockout-round matchups at the World Cup — Brazil vs Argentina, Netherlands vs Germany, France vs Morocco and more. Which ones are you most excited for?
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