Emerse Faé is no longer head coach of the Côte d’Ivoire national team.
The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) has confirmed that Faé’s contract expired on July 31, 2026, and will not be renewed.
“The Executive Committee of the Ivorian Football Federation expresses its profound gratitude to Mr. Emerse Faé for his commitment, professionalism, and the services he rendered as head of the senior national team throughout his collaboration with the Federation.
“It commends his contribution to the development of the national team and the results achieved under his leadership, which will remain an important part of the recent history of Ivorian football.
“The Executive Committee extends its sincerest wishes to Mr. Emerse Faé for every success in the continuation of his professional career.”
The federation thanked him for his commitment, professionalism and contribution to the Elephants’ success during his tenure, adding that a new head coach will be appointed in due course.
“The Ivorian Football Federation will, in due course, announce its decisions regarding the appointment of the new Head Coach of the senior national team,” concluded the statement, signed by FIF President Yacine Idriss Diallo, “as well as the composition of the new technical staff.”
Faé leaves after guiding the Elephants to the 2023 AFCON title on home soil, securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and leading Ivory Coast to the Round of 32 for the first time in their World Cup history.
