In preparation for the 2014 World Cup qualifiers in March, Benin has approached Gabon for a friendly match. However, sources indicate that the Gabonese federation declined the offer. The Panthers were reportedly interested in playing against the national team of Guinea, but the proposal did not materialize.
As an alternative, AJ Auxerre has been selected as the opponent for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and the Gabonese national team in a friendly match. The specific date for the friendly encounter has not been disclosed yet.
