Côte d'Ivoire has produced some of the most celebrated footballers in African history. Didier Drogba is the most famous - he played for Chelsea in England and scored goals all over Europe, becoming one of the most recognisable sports stars in the world. His name is known by football fans on every continent.
The Elephants wear bright orange jerseys and play with great energy and physical strength. They are known for their skill on the ball combined with powerful running. When they qualify for major tournaments, the streets of Abidjan fill with people celebrating, singing, and dancing together.
Football in Côte d'Ivoire is played everywhere - professional stadiums in Abidjan, dusty pitches in small towns, and makeshift goals on beaches and in parks. Children grow up kicking a ball almost as soon as they can walk. The sport is a language everyone speaks, connecting people across all regions of the country.