Ivory Coast holds its breath for Bazoumana Touré

The Ivorians are awaiting reassuring news regarding Bazoumana Touré.

The Ivorian international was forced off due to injury on Monday 12 October, during Newcastle’s 4-1 defeat to Coventry in the Premier League. Having come on as a substitute in the 59th minute, the Ivorian winger was unable to see out the match.

He was forced to leave the pitch in the 90th minute after sustaining an ankle injury. As yet, no specific information has been released regarding the nature and severity of his injury. This situation casts doubt on Bazoumana Touré’s availability for Newcastle’s upcoming matches.

In Côte d’Ivoire, his withdrawal due to injury is also causing concern. The Elephants are due to reconvene in a few weeks’ time for the next round of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Bazoumana Touré’s availability for this upcoming camp will depend on how his condition develops.

In Abidjan, Ivorian fans are now hoping that the medical scans will prove reassuring and that the winger will be able to return to action soon.