
Hervé Renard officially presented as new coach of Côte d'Ivoire's Elephants
The Ivorian Football Federation FIF officially presented Hervé Renard as the new coach of the Côte d'Ivoire Elephants on Thursday, August 6, 2026. The ceremony took place at the FIF headquarters in Treichville, during a press conference led by Federation President Idriss Diallo, with Vice-President Malick Tohé also present. This appointment follows the departure of Emerse Faé, whose contract was not renewed despite the team's journey to the 2026 World Cup, which ended with elimination in the second round. Idriss Diallo justified Renard's selection, stating that he met all the required conditions and that the team is ready to face future challenges with him. This marks a return to Côte d'Ivoire for Renard, eleven years after leading the Ivorian team to victory in the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations. Renard expressed his honor in returning and his ambition to continue the team's success, acknowledging the high expectations from supporters. He also announced that Siramana Dembélé, an Ivorian, will serve as his assistant, combining international expertise with local knowledge. Although his contract is for two years, Renard aims to lead the Elephants to the next World Cup. The FIF is banking on Renard's experience to usher in a new chapter of success for the Elephants.



