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Cherki's Skillful Goal Lights Up France's Friendly Win Over Ivory Coast

From Le Figaro · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • France defeated Ivory Coast 3-0 in a friendly match on Thursday, with Manchester City player Rayan Cherki scoring the opening goal.
  • Cherki's goal was his third for the national team and came after a skillful dribble past a defender inside the penalty area.
  • The match served as France's first preparation game for the 2026 World Cup.

Rayan Cherki scored his third goal for the French national team on Thursday, netting the opener in France's 3-0 friendly victory over Ivory Coast. The Manchester City player's goal was a moment of individual brilliance, showcasing his technical skill.

The sequence began with a short corner routine involving Cherki. After receiving the ball back at the edge of the penalty area, he executed a delicate double touch to evade a defender. A subsequent precise strike found the far side netting, leaving the Ivorian goalkeeper with no chance. This impressive goal marked Cherki's seventh appearance for the national team.

The match, held in Nantes, was France's first test match as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. The team secured a comfortable win, with Cherki's skillful strike setting the tone early in the game.

Cherki, a former Lyon player, has a reputation for producing such skillful moments on the field. His goal against Ivory Coast was widely described as a "jewel" and a "festival" of skill, highlighting his potential impact for the French squad.

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Originally published by Le Figaro in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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