Sudan Coach Kwesi Appiah Targets AFCON Glory Amid National Turmoil
Sudan’s head coach, Kwesi Appiah, has declared his ambition to lead the Falcons of Jediane to victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), hoping that success on the pitch can bring some relief to his war-torn nation.
The team will take on Senegal in the Round of 16 at Tangier Grand Stadium today, with kick-off set for 16:00 GMT.
In a press briefing, Appiah acknowledged the tough road ahead but emphasized that Sudan is determined to make a deep run in the tournament. The Ghanaian coach revealed that his squad is driven by more than just football—they carry the hopes of a country struggling with prolonged conflict.
“We believe that winning AFCON could help ease the suffering caused by war back home, perhaps even inspire peace. Being away from our families and our homeland is extremely challenging, but we are committed to giving our best on the field to uplift our people,” Appiah said.
Sudan has faced years of civil unrest, which has tragically claimed thousands of lives and forced the national team to host all their AFCON 2025 qualifying matches abroad. Despite these hardships, Appiah and his players remain focused on their mission: to bring pride and hope to the Sudanese people through football.
