Gervinho blasts Elephants into final

Ivory Coast set up a final showdown with Zambia after Gervinho’s solo goal saw them past Mali in Libreville last night.

The Elephants will return to the same venue on Sunday seeking their second title after the Arsenal forward ran from his own half and slotted home.

His side’s defence then kept their opponents at bay in the second half to ensure their progression to the final for the third time.