AFCON 2025: We’ll fight until the end – Comoros captain Youssouf Mchangama on title chances

Comoros captain Youssouf Mchangama has affirmed his outfit will fight until the end to honour their country at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations tournament.

The 35^th edition of the continental showpiece kick start December 21 through to January 18, 2026, with 24 countries set to battle it out for the title.

The Les Coelacantes opens their account on Sunday evening against the Atlas Lions of Morocco in a high-stake clash, to be held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

And according to Mchangama, the Africa Cup of Nations is not won by names, and for that matter, his outfit will fight until the very end to honour their country.

“The Africa Cup of Nations is not won by names, but by what is presented on the field. We will fight until the last minute to honor the Comoros.” He concluded.

As Comoros gears up for the Morocco showdown, Mchangama insists his outfit will enter the match without any inferiority complex and with great faith in the team’s ability to put on a respectable performance against one of the top contenders for the title.

“We have great respect for the Moroccan national team, but that respect doesn’t mean fear,” Mshangma said at the same press conference. “We will enter the match without any complexes, and we believe in our ability to deliver a great performance.” He said.