Recently sacked Cote d'Ivoire coach Jean-Louis Gasset says the host nation are not favourites for the Africa Cup of Nations final against Nigeria.
Gasset was relieved of his duties as head coach after the group stages, although the team advanced to the knockout stage as one of the best third-place finishers.
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The Elephants are now 90 minutes away from AFCON glory when they take on the Super Eagles in the final on Sunday night.
The former coach believes the Super Eagles are favourites due to Victor Osihmen's presence.
"Ivory Coast are not favourites because Nigeria are ranked higher in Africa, and with Osimhen, the best African Player of the Year," the coach told L'Equipe.
"But with [Sebastien] Haller, [Simon] Adingra, and maybe [Nicolas] Pepe, it's no longer the same team.
"It's no longer the same team. I knew they would gain momentum. My departure brought peace. I am proud and happy for Les Elephants."
The Super Eagles already have the edge over the Elephants after securing a 1-0 victory over the hosts in the group stage phase.
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