Ivory Coast Coach, Marc Wimot has tendered his resignation to the country's Football Federation after failing to qualify the country for the 2018 FIFA World Cup billed to take place in Russia. According to Marca, Wilmots departed after six months in charge. The Ivorians' 2-0 home loss to Morocco on Saturday ensued they finished runners-up in their qualifying group and missed out on the tournament in Russia.
In a statement issued to confirm his resignation, Ivory Coast Football Federation said;
"We had a meeting on Nov. 13 and agreed on an amicable parting of ways, while welcoming the good atmosphere that prevailed during the six months of working together"
The Federation will now look for a fourth coach in a little over two years after Frenchmen Herve Renard, who guided Morocco to Russia, and Michel Dussuyer had the job before Wilmots.
