The Guinean Football Federation finds itself in the throes of an unprecedented crisis, prompting the establishment of a normalization committee that has struggled to restore order. Former Syli National captain, Ibrahima Traoré, voiced his discontent during a recent broadcast, expressing dismay over the persistent turmoil within the federation.
The dissension within the Guinean Football Federation has intensified, leading to the postponement of the elective congress originally scheduled for November 2023, due to the failure to achieve a quorum.
Ibrahima Traoré, reflecting on the prolonged unrest, conveyed his frustration, stating, “I feel upset, a little sad.
We have had a CONOR for two years or even more, elections which must be held, I find that it does not give a good image of Guinea, to see FIFA leaders traveling to Guinea and that despite this, there is still no consensus.”
Ibrahima Traoré, a former player with Stuttgart, urged the various stakeholders within FEGUIFOOT to set aside personal differences and prioritize the well-being of Guinean football.
His plea emphasized the need for democratic elections to usher in a president committed to advancing the sport in the country.
“The only thing I say about it, and I’ve been saying it for a long time, is about putting egos aside, stopping putting forward personal interests but thinking first about Guinean football.
For this, there must be elections, we need a president who is democratically elected and who is then allowed to work,” added Traoré.
The election of a new president is scheduled for January 6, 2024, presenting a pivotal moment for Guinean football.
The three candidates in contention for the role are Bouba Sampil, Almamy Sylla, and Abdul Karim Bangoura.
As Guinea navigates these crucial junctures, the focus remains on restoring stability and fostering progress within its football administration.
