A highly anticipated match in the Africa Cup of Nations sees Gabon taking on Ivory Coast. This group stage encounter pits a team already eliminated, Gabon, against the defending champions, Ivory Coast. For Gabon, despite their early exit, this match holds significance as it could be captain Aubameyang's potential farewell game, adding emotional weight and a desire to salvage some pride for their fans. However, their defensive frailties are evident, conceding an average of 1.8 goals in their last six matches. Key defenders like Oyono are sidelined due to injury, disrupting their defensive cohesion. Furthermore, the absence of Aubameyang in attack leaves them reliant on MLS Golden Boot winner Bouanga, who lacks midfield support, leading to a decline in their finishing efficiency, scoring only two goals in their last two games. Ivory Coast, the reigning champions, are in a strong position with one win and one draw, accumulating four points. A victory in this match would secure their top spot in the group, allowing them to avoid facing tougher opponents. Their recent form is steady, with four wins, one draw, and one loss in their last six matches. Their defense has been particularly solid, keeping five clean sheets in their last six games, allowing an average of only 0.2 goals per match. The central defensive partnership of Kossounou and Ndicka is proving to be a stable force, supported by the strong midfield presence of Kessie and Sangaré. Although forward Haller is unavailable, Ivory Coast's squad depth is remarkable, with 24 players from European leagues. The attacking spearhead, Amad Diallo, is in excellent form, having scored all of the team's goals in this tournament, complemented by Zaha's wing play, providing diverse attacking options. However, their playing style is pragmatic, as their last six Africa Cup of Nations victories have all been by a single-goal margin. The prediction for the match is Ivory Coast to win with a -1 goal handicap.