I’m disillusioned over Ivory Coast early exit- Bailly

Manchester United and Ivory Coast’s defender, Eric Bailly, has expressed his disappointment over his side’s exit from the tournament. The rock-solid defender who took to his social media platform to lament his country’s early elimination said words can’t express his disappointment and disillusionment. “Painful elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations. I am at a […]

Manchester United and Ivory Coast’s defender, Eric Bailly, has expressed his disappointment over his side’s exit from the tournament.

The rock-solid defender who took to his social media platform to lament his country’s early elimination said words can’t express his disappointment and disillusionment.

“Painful elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations. I am at a loss of words to describe my disappointment and disillusionment.

‘’Proud and grateful to have been able to compete in this competition surrounded by such a great team. Thanks to the supporters for being with us.

‘’We will rise again. The one who is the one is the best,” he wrote.

The Elephants lost 5-4 on penalties to seven-time winners Egypt in Douala and were eliminated at the Round of 16.

Bailly, who was recalled to the side following a head injury he sustained early in the tournament, saw his effort tipped on to the bar.

After 120 tense minutes with the scores locked at 0-0, the game was decided on penalties, with Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah netting the deciding spot-kick.