Renard versus Queiroz in AFCON Qualifying Blockbuster
Ivory Coast and Ghana will miss several regulars, with Amad Diallo and Mohammed Kudus ruled out and five Black Stars players returning.
- On Thursday, September 24, 2026, Ivory Coast hosts Ghana at Stade de la Paix in Bouake for an AFCON 2027 qualifier, featuring high-profile coaches Herve Renard and Carlos Queiroz in a marquee West African showdown.
- Ivory Coast appointed Renard following the departure of Emerse Fae after a World Cup loss to Norway. Renard previously led the Elephants to an African title 11 years ago and won the AFCON with Zambia in 2012.
- Ghana head coach Queiroz faces significant squad challenges, missing captain Jordan Ayew, Antoine Semenyo, and Mohammed Kudus due to injury. The Black Stars welcome back Alexander Djiku and Nathaniel Adjei to bolster their ranks.
- Ivory Coast's squad also faces notable absences, with Amad Diallo, Evann Guessand, and Omar Diakite unavailable. The team retains core talent including goalkeeper Yahia Fofana, defender Ousmane Diomande, and midfielder Franck Kessie.
- This marquee showdown highlights one of 24 matchday one fixtures across the continent. Coaching stability remains rare, as only four of the 10 managers who began the 2026 World Cup in charge of African qualifiers remain.
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Renard versus Queiroz in AFCON qualifying blockbuster
This blockbuster west African showdown in Bouake between former champions is the highlight of the 24 matchday one fixtures. Ghana have won the AFCON four times, but not since 1982. Renard led Ivory Coast to the second of their three African titles 11 years ago. Renard also won the AFCON with Zambia in 2012 -- one of the biggest shocks in the history of the 69-year competition. Queiroz came closest to AFCON glory in 2022 with Egypt, who lost the…
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