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Seko Fofana announces retirement from Ivory Coast national team

RTP Notícias14 September 2026 at 20:40

Seko Fofana announced his retirement from the Ivory Coast national team. The footballer, who plays for FC Porto on loan from French club Rennes, made this decision after accumulating 35 caps for the African country.

The 29-year-old midfielder has been part of the Ivory Coast national team since the beginning of his professional career, having represented the country in various international competitions over the years.

Fofana was one of the key players for Ivory Coast in winning the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, a tournament in which the national team ended up lifting the trophy after a successful campaign.

With this decision, Fofana closes an important chapter in his international career, now focusing exclusively on his club, FC Porto, where he continues to compete in the Portuguese Primeira Liga.

Why this matters

Football fans interested in Portuguese football learn that Fofana, a FC Porto player, is leaving the Ivory Coast national team, which could influence his availability for the club. This is a significant decision for Ivory Coast, which loses an important player from the team that won AFCON in 2023.

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