AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Central African Republic Coach Abdelaziz Karkache Unveils Squad for Benin Double-Header

Central African Republic head coach Abdelaziz Karkache has unveiled his squad for the country's upcoming double-header against Benin in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.

The announcement marks Karkache's first squad selection since taking charge of Les Fauves, who are looking to revive their qualifying campaign after losing their opening two matches against Mauritania (3-1) and Burkina Faso (1-0).

The Central African Republic will face Benin away from home on November 12, 2026, at the Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. The return fixture is scheduled for November 15 at the Stade Japoma in Douala, Cameroon.

Central African Republic Squad for Benin Fixtures

Goalkeepers: Dominique Youfiegane, Kolimba Alladouм, Emmanuel Takolingba.

Defenders: Sacha M'Baka, Hugo Gambor, Julien Kouadio, Noah Ato, Emmanuel Okeke, Fleury Yangao, Severin Tatolina, Peter Guinari.

Midfielders: Isaac Solet, Sami Wattel, Geoffrey Kondogbia, Badara Diomande, Ghislain Mounguide, Junior Sambia, Joël Ngoya, Edwin Ouarchie.

Forwards: Goduine Koyalipou, Louis Mafouta, Mousapha Djimet, Christian Yawanendji, Delphin Mokonou.