The Elephants of the Ivory Coast on Monday evening beat the Super Eagles of Nigeria 1:0 in their Group B titanic encounter at the Essipong Stadium in Sekondi.
Kalou delivered his winner in the 66th minute after meandering his way through five Nigerian opposition, including goalkeeper Austin Ejide who could only look back into his goal as the lowly placed ball made its way into his net.
It had been a closely fought game with the Ivorians slightly on top as they did more of the attacking, playing more on the wings against Nigeria midfield concentration.
For the Ivory Coast, defender Kolo Toure was outstanding while Kalou and Bakare Kone were a handful upfront.
For Nigeria, Obafeme Martins, Mikel Obi and Aiyegbeni played quite well and had some good chance, however they failed to threaten the Ivorians much.
With the win, the Ivorians who also beat Nigeria in the first semi-final game of the 2006 Cup of Nations in Egypt courtesy a Didier Drogba lone strike in Alexandria, will occupy the top spot in the Group B standings pending the outcome of the game between fellow group mates, Mali and Benin later on Monday.
DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.
Tags:
Latest Stories
-
We need quality products locally; importing to run top hotels increases cost – Labadi Beach Hotel MD
8 hours -
2024/25 GPL: Basake Holy Stars face tough test against Medeama at CAM Park
8 hours -
Kwahu-Nkwatia development chief advocates for peaceful elections
8 hours -
We must declare state of emergency over galamsey, halt all mining – VLK Djokoto
8 hours -
JL Plantations, WES Trade sign MoU to promote commercial agriculture in Ghana
9 hours -
APSU to host biggest ‘Aponkye K’ event on September 28
9 hours -
Meet the 1st Ghanaian House Manager of Labadi Beach Hotel, now the MD David Eduaful
9 hours -
Ghana’s farming and construction methods destroying the environment – Environmental Expert
9 hours -
GPL 2024/25: Young Apostles, Aduana chase first win in Wechi clash
10 hours -
GPL 24/25: Hearts of Lions seek to inflict first defeat on leaders Gold Stars
10 hours -
GPL 2024/25: Hungry Accra Lions eyefirst win against Nsoatreman FC
11 hours -
CHRI condemns police conduct during Democracy Hub protests, calls for action
11 hours -
Women’s Premier Super Cup: Ampem Darkoa join Dreamz Ladies in final after win over Faith Ladies
11 hours -
Expert discusses causes, effects, and solutions for erectile dysfunction
11 hours -
Gas tanker overturns at Darkuman near Cable and Wireless
12 hours