Ivory Coast, as the host of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, aims to forge a path to become the new African champion at home, even with an interim coach. Meanwhile, Senegal looks to maintain their positive momentum and continue making history, aiming for back-to-back championships after winning in the AFCON 2021.

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Senegal kicked off the match with an early opportunity in the fifth minute, taking the lead with a goal from Diallo. They managed to maintain this advantage with a solid defensive performance by the Lions of Teranga until the 86th minute when Kessie scored from the penalty spot to level the game, igniting the stadium and leading to extra time.

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Despite both teams being unable to score in extra time, we headed to a penalty shootout, where the host asserted their home advantage. After Niakhate missed his penalty, Ivory Coast secured a 5-4 victory, advancing to the quarterfinals and eliminating the current AFCON champion.