AFCON 2027 qualifiers: flight ticket issues disrupt Guinea’s preparations ahead of the clash with Eritrea

The Syli National’s preparations for their double-header against Eritrea as part of the third and fourth matchdays of the qualifiers are reportedly being disrupted by logistical difficulties.

Whilst the Guinea national team’s training camp has begun, only eight players are reportedly currently available. Several players called up are reportedly facing difficulties in joining the squad due to issues relating to the availability of flight tickets and administrative red tape.

This situation is disrupting the Syli National’s preparation programme, with head coach Paulo Duarte having hoped to have his entire squad available quickly to prepare for the next two matches. Guinea are due to host Eritrea on 12 November in Conakry, before travelling on 16 November for the return leg, which counts towards matchday four of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

However, the Guinean coaching staff will have to work around these constraints to ensure their team can approach this double-header in the best possible conditions.