Ivory Coast national football team

The Ivory Coast national football team is the men’s international football team of Ivory Coast, governed by the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) and recognized by FIFA as Côte d’Ivoire.

The Ivory Coast national football team is the men's international football team of Ivory Coast, governed by the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) and recognized by FIFA as Côte d'Ivoire. Nicknamed the Elephants, it has won the Africa Cup of Nations three times and has appeared in four FIFA World Cups.

History

The team has been one of Africa's more successful national sides, with Africa Cup of Nations titles in 1992, 2015, and 2023. It also reached fourth place at the 1992 FIFA Confederations Cup.

Competition record

Ivory Coast has qualified for four FIFA World Cups, including 2006, 2010, 2014, and 2026. It has traditionally been competitive in CAF tournaments and is described as a regular presence among Africa's stronger national teams.

Players and leadership

As of available sources, Emerse Faé is the head coach and Franck Kessié is the captain. Didier Drogba is listed as the team's all-time top scorer with 65 goals, and Didier Zokora is the most capped player with 123 appearances.

Home and identity

The team is associated with the colour orange and the elephant symbol, reflecting its nickname and national identity. Its listed home venue is the Alassane Ouattara Stadium.