Herve Renard returns to lead Ivory Coast after Tunisia stint

The 57-year-old previously won the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations with the Ivorians and had recently been at the helm of Tunisia at the FIFA World Cup 2026 as an emergency replacement following their disastrous start to the tournament.

However, Renard could not turn things around for the North African nation, as they crashed out of the Group stage after a 4-0 loss to Japan and 3-1 defeat in their final game.

He replaces Emerse Fae, whose contract was not extended following the World Cup despite their progression to the knockout round.

"This appointment reflects the Federation's determination to consolidate the achievements made by the senior national team in recent years, while continuing to pursue the ambitions set for Ivorian football on both the African and international stages," said the Ivorian Football Federation [FIF] statement.

“An African champion with Côte d'Ivoire in 2015, Mr Hervé Renard returns to lead the Elephants with the mission of guiding the national team in its preparation for and participation in upcoming international competitions.”