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Amad Diallo scores goal as Ivory Coast win against Mozambique at AFCON

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesDecember 24, 2025 at 09:48 PM
Amad Diallo scores goal as Ivory Coast win against Mozambique at AFCON
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Ivory Coast defeated Mozambique 1-0 in their opening Group F match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Amad Diallo scored the lone goal in the 49th minute, securing a winning start for the defending champions. Despite creating numerous chances, Ivory Coast struggled to convert them, with Wilfried Zaha and Franck Kessie among those who missed opportunities. Mozambique's Dominguez became the second-oldest player in AFCON history at 42 years old. The loss extends Mozambique's winless streak at the tournament to 16 games across six appearances.

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Key Player Opposition Context
Morocco 30% Manchester United 50% AFCON ×480% Amad Diallo ×4100% Ivory Coast ×3100%

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afcon 100% ivory coast 90% africa cup of nations 90% amad diallo 80% mozambique 70% goal 70% title defence 60% winning start 50% football 50%

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Al Jazeera
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90%
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Ivory Coast

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