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Gbi de Fer congratulates the Elephants on their 2-0 victory against Curaçao and World Cup qualification
via Abidjan.net7 min read
Gbi de Fer has extended congratulations to the Ivorian national football team, the Elephants, following their 2-0 victory over Curaçao. This win secured their qualification for the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup. Nicolas Pépé was named "Man Of The Match" for his performance, which included a double against Curaçao. Reactions from Faé Emerse, Nicolas Pépé, and Guela Doué were captured after the match, and the team celebrated their success with the President of the Ivorian Football Federation. The article also mentions other related news, including Cape Verde's qualification and upcoming matches in the tournament.
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