Gabon has completed their pre-match training. Following the training session, Head Coach Slutsky attended a press conference. Slutsky stated that the team is now fully focused on this competition due to the league's break, and the level of importance is higher than before. The team aims to field their best possible lineup, displaying a positive spirit, deploying effective tactics, and striving to perform at their best to achieve a satisfactory result. With Gabon's chances of advancing already gone, this match is now just a formality. The prediction for Ivory Coast is primarily based on three factors: a significant home advantage with a strong recent home record, more comprehensive preparation during the break, and Gabon's recent poor form and weak away record. Ivory Coast is expected to leverage their home advantage and strong desire to win, aiming to secure a victory. The historical head-to-head disadvantage is a psychological hurdle to overcome. Getting into the game quickly and scoring early will significantly boost the team's confidence. Striker Assoue recently ended his goal drought; his ability to carry that form into the match will be crucial for the team's attack.