Ivory Coast sit atop AFCON 2027 Group C after two matchdays with maximum points and a +4 goal difference, having defeated Ghana 2-0 and Somalia 0-2. Gambia also remain unbeaten on six points following wins over Somalia and a 4-2 victory against Ghana, keeping the race for the group title open despite Ivory Coast’s superior squad depth and recent continental pedigree. Ghana’s poor start, marked by heavy defeats and defensive lapses, has left the Black Stars at the bottom with zero points, while Somalia trail with no results. Upcoming November and March windows will test both leaders’ consistency, but trader consensus currently prices Ivory Coast’s experience and attacking options as the dominant factor in securing the group win.