While Africa Cup of Nations kicks off, a notable feature of this year’s tournament is the presence of 13 coaches making their debut appearances on the continental stage.
Each coach brings a unique perspective and strategy to guide their respective national teams through the challenging competition.
1. Roy Vitoria – Egypt
Leading the Egyptian national team, Vitoria brings a wealth of experience to the tournament.
Known for his tactical acumen, he aims to guide the Pharaohs to glory.
2. Walid Regragui – Morocco
Regragui takes charge of Morocco, instilling his coaching prowess to navigate the tough battles ahead.
The Lions of the Atlas look to make a significant impact under his guidance.
3. Rigobert Song – Cameroon
A legendary figure in Cameroonian football, Song transitions to coaching as he commands the Indomitable Lions.
His presence adds an air of authority to the team.
4. Jalal Qaderi – Tunisia
Tasked with leading Tunisia, Qaderi’s strategic mind will be crucial in shaping the team’s performance.
The Carthage Eagles aspire to soar under his direction.
5. Pedro Gonçalves – Angola
Gonçalves takes the reins of Angola, aiming to inject a winning mentality into the squad.
The Palancas Negras will look to his guidance for success.
6. José Peseiro – Nigeria
Peseiro brings his coaching expertise to Nigeria, seeking to propel the Super Eagles to new heights.
The team’s performance will be closely watched under his tutelage.
7. Eric Sekou Chelle – Mali
Mali entrusts Chelle with steering the team through the tournament.
His strategic approach and tactical insights will be crucial in Mali’s quest for success.
8. Jean-Louis Gasset – Ivory Coast
Gasset takes on the responsibility of guiding Ivory Coast, bringing his vast coaching experience to a team with high expectations in the competition.
9. Chris Hughton – Ghana
Ghana looks to Hughton for leadership and tactical ingenuity.
The Black Stars aim to shine under his guidance as they vie for the continental crown.
10. Colin Benjamin – Namibia
Tasked with leading Namibia, Benjamin brings a fresh perspective to the team.
Namibia’s journey in the tournament will be shaped by his coaching strategies.
11. Adel Amrouche – Tanzania
Amrouche aims to make a significant impact with Tanzania, instilling a winning mentality in the squad.
The Taifa Stars will look to him for inspiration.
12. Chiquinho Conde – Mozambique
Conde takes charge of Mozambique, navigating the team through the challenging fixtures.
His coaching philosophy will be instrumental in the team’s performance.
13. Amir Abdou – Mauritania
Abdou leads Mauritania into the Africa Cup of Nations, bringing his coaching acumen to a team with aspirations of making a mark on the continental stage.
As these 13 debutant coaches step onto the Africa Cup of Nations stage, the football world eagerly awaits to see how their strategies unfold and the impact they will have on their respective teams’ fortunes.
The tournament promises excitement, unpredictability, and the emergence of new coaching talents.
