Drogba is a Christian from the south but
married to a Muslim woman from Mali,
where Islam is the major religion like in
northern Ivory Coast. People from both
religions welcomed him with open
hands.
He was instrumental in the qualification
of Ivory Coast to their first World Cup
finals in 2006 in Germany. And even
though the team did not progress from
the group stage, it was a historic event
to officials and fans that bore the
signature of the famous striker.
In 2012, Drogba once more captained the team to another continental final this time against
Zambia at the 29th Edition of the Afcon, co-hosted by Gabon and Equatorial Guinea. The
Elephants lost again on penalties. It was a heartbreaking experience for millions of fans in the
country.
Drogba, a jinxed Captain?
A number of local editorialists began to insert the above piece of puzzle in their pages.
Readers replied with the same question in their comments. There was total confusion as to
whether Drogba was truly a blessing or a curse to the team.