The current champion won against Gabon (3:2) despite losing 2:0, while in the second match, Cameroon also defeated Mozambique (2:1) after a turnaround.
After only 20 minutes, Gabon had a two-goal advantage with goals from Kanga and Buang.
One of the heroes of Côte d’Ivoire was the former player of Crvena zvezda Kraso who cut back before going on a big break.
HIGHLIGHTS: 2–3
From behind to victorious, Côte d’Ivoire completed a stunning comeback against Gabon! #TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/EbrawYk9Ih
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Ivory Coast completed the turnaround in the finish. Žesan equalized in the 84th minute, and Ture won in stoppage time.
In the second match, Mozambique was in the lead for the entire five minutes, which was the result of a goal by Katam and an own goal by Nene, only for Kofane to score in the second half for Cameroon’s triumph.
HIGHLIGHTS: 1–2
Cameroon prevail in a close contest against Mozambique! #TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/0A5q5TPumX
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Côte d’Ivoire is first because of the better goal difference, because Cameroon also registered seven points after three rounds.
Mozambique is third with three points, Gabon has recorded all three defeats.
(Vijesti.ba)
