Qualified for the semi-finals of the CAN U17, after their victory against Senegal, the elephants received a message of congratulations from the government.
Indeed, in a note published on its Facebook page on April 12, 2025, the Ministry of Sports and the living environment congratulated the elephants and reaffirmed the support of the Head of State against them.
Message of congratulations from Minister Adje Silas Metch to the Elephanteaux for their qualification in the semi-final of the CAN U17
My very dear elephants,
Bravo for your victory and qualification for the semi-finals of the African Cup of Nations (CAN) U17 Morocco 2025, after a bitter match!
Halfway through the competition, you have demonstrated a flawless determination and a manifest desire to go to the end. It is already a very good performance that you perform, especially since you have won your ticket for the next U17 World Cup, Qatar 2025.
Your inspiring journey during this tournament vibrates all of Côte d’Ivoire, like that of your seniors during the CAN 2023. Like them, you benefit from the unwavering support of His Excellency Alassane Ouattara, President of the Republic, the Prime Minister, Head of Government, Dr. Robert Beugré Mambé, the whole government, the entire national sports sphere.
We believe in you to seek victory in your next match against the Atlas lion cubs.
You are now two victories to register your names in the list of great champions of Ivorian sport.
Congratulations again for your performance!
Long live Côte d’Ivoire that shines through sport!
On the way to the final !!
