Emerse Fae leaves role as Ivory Coast coach
Emerse Fae has stepped down as the head coach of the Ivory Coast national football team following the expiration of his contract. Fae is credited with leading the team to an Africa Cup of Nations title and securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
Why it matters
The departure marks a significant transition for the reigning African champions as they look to build on their recent continental success.
Emerse Fae has left his role as Ivory Coast coach after his contract expired and was not renewed, the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) said on Friday.
“The contract of Mr Emerse Fae, head coach of the Ivory Coast national team, expired on July 31, 2026 and will not be renewed,” the federation said in a statement.
Fae led Ivory Coast to an Africa Cup of Nations title on home soil two years ago, taking charge midway through the tournament after Frenchman Jean-Louis Gasset was sacked during the group stage.
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