In a significant upset in the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers, Côte d'Ivoire defeated Senegal 90-80 on February 27, 2026. The Ivorians delivered a stunning performance to overcome one of Africa's top-ranked teams, Senegal, in a result that shakes up the qualifying group. Côte d'Ivoire played with high energy and precision, building a lead that Senegal could never quite erase despite several comeback attempts. The Ivorian backcourt was particularly effective, breaking down Senegal's defense and creating open shots. This victory marks a major step forward for Côte d'Ivoire's qualification hopes and puts Senegal under immediate pressure in the early stages of the campaign.