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FC Porto: Fofana announces farewell to Ivory Coast national team

Maisfutebol14 September 2026 at 16:28

Player Seko Fofana, a 31-year-old midfielder, announced the end of his career with the Ivory Coast national team. The announcement was made by the player himself through social media, marking the end of a multi-year international career.

Fofana represented Ivory Coast in various international competitions, including the Africa Cup of Nations. His decision to leave the national team comes at a time when he was still demonstrating top-level quality in club football.

Regarding his club career, Fofana plays for FC Porto, where he has been an important piece in the midfield. His international experience may now reflect in a greater focus on domestic and European competitions with the Portuguese team.

Why this matters

FC Porto fans learn that Fofana can now dedicate himself exclusively to the club, without international obligations. For Ivory Coast fans, the national team loses an important player with considerable experience. This decision follows the usual reflection of players after a certain age about the balance between club and international career.

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