Ivorians sink Mali with spirited first half display

Cote d’Ivoire came from behind to beat Mali 3-1 on Saturday in Bouake and move to the top of Group C. The victory sees the Elephants’ lead the pack with three points after Gabon and Morocco settled for a barren draw in group’s other fixture earlier in Franceville. The African champions, eyeing a fourth successive World Cup appearance overcame Sambou Yatabare opener before levelling through new kid on the block, Jonathan Kodjia. An own goal by ‘Les Aigles’ defender Salif Coulibaly gave the host into lead midway before captain Gervinho sealed victory with the third before half time. The new generation Elephants squad gave their fans a reason to believe in their abilities to …

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