Continuing his superb performance in CAN 2021, Issa Kaboré continues to excel in 2023. After a good match against Algeria, which ended in a draw (2-2) on Saturday, January 20, the player spoke to beIN Sports at the end of the game. « We are disappointed because we did everything well. And in the end, we concede a goal from a set piece. Honestly, it hurts, but we stay united and focused. There are more matches to come, and we need to win the next one to ensure qualification, » he said. When asked about his partnership with Bertrand Traoré, the player added: « We play a lot together in training, the chemistry is there, even off the field. And it naturally translates into our game. » Finally, the player talked about Burkina Faso’s ambitions in this CAN: « Burkina Faso is a great team, a great nation. We have been semi-finalists, 3rd, 4th, and 2nd place, and now we have to win the trophy. We believe in it, we work for it, and we are here for that. »