Côte d'Ivoire

Team Biography

The Côte d'Ivoire National Football Team, popularly known as the "Elephants", represents Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) in international football and is governed by the Ivorian Football Federation.

Quick Facts
Nickname: The Elephants
Founded: 1960
Confederation: CAF (Africa)
Team Colors: Orange, White, and Green
Home Stadium: Alassane Ouattara Stadium
Major Achievements
Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Champions: 1992, 2015, 2024
Qualified for the FIFA World Cup 3 times (2006, 2010, 2014).
One of Africa's most successful football nations.
Famous Players
Didier Drogba
Yaya Touré
Kolo Touré
Sébastien Haller
World Cup Highlight

The Elephants made their FIFA World Cup debut in 2006 and became one of Africa's most feared teams during the "Golden Generation" era led by Didier Drogba and Yaya Touré.

FIFA World Cup 2026

Côte d'Ivoire remains one of Africa's strongest teams and is a serious contender for qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Interesting Fact

In AFCON 2024, Côte d'Ivoire won the title on home soil after an incredible comeback tournament, becoming African champions for the third time.

Tagline: 🇨🇮 "The Elephants – Power, Pride, and African Greatness." ⚽