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Didier Drogba resigns as AFI Vice President
The former Chelsea striker posted the resignation letter on social media, where he claimed the organisation has shown a "flagrant lack of coherence".
Additional reports claim that Drogba...
By Lavine Oduck 1 min read
Didier Drogba resigns as AFI Vice President | Kisure Sports
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The former Chelsea striker posted the resignation letter on social media, where he claimed the organisation has shown a "flagrant lack of coherence".
Additional reports claim that Drogba's fallout with his country's FA began last year when he was not offered the desired support to run for presidency.
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