Denis Bouanga and Mario Lemina named in Gabon’s squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers

Gabon coach Sébastien Migné has named Denis Bouanga and Mario Lemina in his squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Lesotho.

The Panthers will host Lesotho on 13 November before travelling for the return fixture on 17 November 2026, with both matches set to play a part in their bid to qualify for the tournament.

Bouanga and Lemina are among 25 players selected by Migné for the two encounters. Their inclusion adds experience to a squad that will be expected to deliver positive results across the two fixtures.

The squad also features several other familiar names, including André Poko, Guelor Kanga, Jim Allevinah and Shavy Babicka.

Gabon will have the advantage of playing the first meeting at home on 13 November. They will then travel to face Lesotho four days later as the qualifying campaign continues.

Migné has selected players across all areas of the pitch, with the 25-man list including goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and forwards.

The full squad is as follows:

Gabon squad

Goalkeepers: Jean-Noël Amonome, François Bekale, Loyce Mbaba.

Defenders: Anthony Oyono, Jeremy Oyono, Jacques Ekomie, Johann Obiang, Michel Mboula, Alex Moucketou, Jonathan Do Marcolino, Chris Obiang.

Midfielders: Mario Lemina, André Poko, Henrick Do Marcolino, Ibrahim Ndong, Guelor Kanga.

Forwards: Meshak Babanzila, Denis Bouanga, Orphé Mbina, Junior Effaghe, Jim Allevinah, Shavy Babicka, Teddy Andami, Randy Matouti, Jean William Nyindong.

Gabon will now prepare for the two matches against Lesotho as they look to strengthen their position in the race to reach the 2027 AFCON finals.