Cote d’Ivoire has declared Monday a work-free day to celebrate Les Elephants’ Africa Cup of Nations triumph. The hosts defeated Nigeria 2-1 on Sunday night to win their third AFCON title.
The Super Eagles initially took the lead through William Troost-Ekong before Emerse Fae’s side scored twice in the second half through Franck Kessie and Sebastien Haller.
Locals celebrated the victory throughout the night, and there will be a trophy parade at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan today.
President Alssanne Quattara and other top government officials are expected to attend, with the president likely to announce a cash reward for the players and officials during the parade.
