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Mondial 2026 : Amad Diallo délivre la Côte d’Ivoire face à l’Équateur
La Côte d’Ivoire lance idéalement sa Coupe du monde 2026 avec une victoire précieuse face à l’Équateur, arrachée dans les ultimes instants grâce à Amad Diallo. Entré en seconde période, le joueur de Manchester United a fait basculer la rencontre au terme d’un match longtemps verrouillé.
Il aura fallu l’entrée en jeu d’Amad Diallo à la 56e minute pour dynamiser une rencontre jusque-là fermée. Remplaçant de Bazoumana Touré, l’ailier ivoirien s’est illustré dans les derniers instants.
C’est à la 90e minute que le match bascule. Bien servi par Wilfried Singo, Diallo se retrouve dans une position idéale face au but équatorien. Il ajuste son geste et propulse le ballon au fond des filets, offrant ainsi la victoire aux Éléphants. sweetbonan.org
En première période, l’Équateur a frôlé l’ouverture du score en touchant le poteau. En seconde période, la Côte d’Ivoire a également été proche de faire la différence avant le coup décisif.
Grâce à ce succès, la Côte d’Ivoire occupe la deuxième place du groupe E avec trois points. L’Allemagne, large vainqueur de Curaçao (7-1), prend la tête du groupe à la différence de buts.
Lors de la deuxième journée, les Ivoiriens affronteront l’Allemagne le 20 juin à 20h, dans un choc déjà décisif pour la première place du groupe.
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World Cup 2026: Hossam Hassan targets historic breakthrough as Egypt prepare for Belgium test
As the Pharaohs prepare to face Belgium in their opening Group G fixture on Monday, Egypt legendary former striker and coach, Hossam Hassan has made it clear that his goal extends beyond simply qualifying for the FIFA World Cup.
Having represented Egypt at the FIFA World Cup as a player in 1990 and now leading the team as head coach, Hassan believes the time has come for the Pharaohs to fulfil their potential and finally establish themselves among the world’s elite.
“Reaching the World Cup as a player and coach is a great thing,” said Hassan ahead of Egypt’s tournament opener.
“Egypt should take its rightful place in football. Back in 1990, I think we did something good although we did not follow it through.
“We played well, came close to going through but it was not meant to be. So I hope, God willing, we can finally go through.”
While the North Africans are Africa’s most decorated football nation with a record seven TotalEnergies CAF AFCON titles to their name, they are still seeking a first-ever maiden appearance in the knockout stages of the World Cup.
The seven-time African champions have built a proud legacy over decades, inspiring generations through their achievements on the continental stage. Yet Hassan knows that World Cup football occupies a special place in the hearts of Egyptians.
“The idea of football in Egypt is not to be taken lightly. It’s not just a game, it’s life. Whenever Egyptians see the Egyptian flag, they rally around it every time, especially when it comes to football. What matters to me is living up to the expectations of Egyptian people and fans.”
That sense of responsibility will accompany the Pharaohs when they take to the field against a Belgium side widely regarded as favourites to top Group G.
At the forefront of Egypt’s challenge is captain Mohamed Salah.
Hassan reserved special praise for his captain, highlighting both his achievements and his importance to Egypt’s ambitions.
“Mohamed Salah has broken countless records around the world,” said the coach.
“He is one of the best players in the world and I hope he scores more than me. The most important thing is for us to win and score goals for Egypt.”
Alongside Salah, the emergence of players such as Omar Marmoush has given Egypt additional attacking quality and reinforced hopes that this generation can leave a lasting mark on the global stage.
SOURCE: CAF ONLINE
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Côte d'Ivoire: à Abidjan, un baccalauréat dans l'incertitude pour les candidats «déguerpis»
Les épreuves du baccalauréat commencent ce lundi 15 juin 2026 en Côte d’Ivoire. Près de 330 000 candidats vont plancher sur les épreuves écrites ce lundi. Un examen dans des conditions difficiles pour plusieurs centaines d’élèves de Terminale qui vivaient dans les quartiers récemment démolis dans plusieurs communes d'Abidjan. Illustration près du phare de Port-Bouët, une zone en partie déguerpie il y a moins d’une semaine.
Mallett: Brown will commit 100% to Boks
Former Springbok coach Nick Mallett says Tony Brown’s return to New Zealand is no cause for concern for South African rugby.
The Bok attack coach will join the All Blacks coaching staff in 2028 having signed a two-year deal with NZ Rugby.
The timing of the announcement – 15 months before the 2027 World Cup in Australia – raised eyebrows, given the fierce rivalry between the Springboks and All Blacks and how this could potentially impact the world champions.
However, Mallett believes Brown’s professionalism will ensure there is no drop in commitment over the next two seasons.
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“Tony Brown’s a fantastic coach. He really is a wonderful coach,” Mallett said on the Talking Boks podcast.
“He’s committed to the Springboks until 2027. And I can tell you, having coached overseas – I coached Italy having coached South Africa – you give 100% to the team that you’re coaching.
“The professional nature of professional sport is that you want to do the very best with the group that you have.
“Obviously, your country where you came from is critical to you. And it’s your biggest love. But when you’re coaching overseas and you’re coaching another national side, the worst thing is to lose by 50, 60, 70 points. The Springboks smash Italy, and you’re coaching Italy.
“So I think Tony Brown is going to commit 100% to South Africa.”
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Brown has earned widespread praise for the role he’s played in the evolution of the Boks’ attack since joining Rassie Erasmus’ coaching team in 2024.
His appointment was viewed as a major coup for South African rugby and Mallett believes the former All Blacks flyhalf will continue to invest everything in the Springboks’ pursuit of a third successive World Cup title. They are expected to meet the All Blacks in the quarter-finals next year.
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“If we go into a quarter-final in that World Cup in 2027, there won’t be one iota of his rugby knowledge that he’s not passing on to the Boks,” Mallett said.
“He’ll be trying to contribute as much as possible to us winning that match against New Zealand.”
Photo: Steve Haag/Gallo Images
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