Hervé Renard is reappointed as coach of Ivory Coast for a second spell, multiple outlets report. The 57-year-old Frenchman previously led the “Elephants” to AFCON success in 2015, and his return is aimed at giving Ivory Coast another title challenge. Sources also note that Renard replaces Emerse Fae, who was not retained despite guiding Ivory Coast to AFCON title success in 2024. Coverage frames the move as an attempt to build on the 2015 achievement and to replicate similar results with a familiar coach. Renard has prior coaching experience including roles with Saudi Arabia and Tunisia, and his reappointment marks a leadership change for the national team following the conclusion of the 2024 AFCON cycle. Details on the length of the contract and immediate dates for upcoming matches were not included in the provided reports. Overall, the accounts agree on the key points: Renard returns for a second stint, he previously won AFCON with Ivory Coast in 2015, and he takes over from Emerse Fae.