Central African Republic’s Friendly Against Morocco in Doubt Due to Financial Crisis
The planned friendly match between the Central African Republic and Morocco on October 9 is in serious jeopardy as the Central African Football Federation (FCF) grapples with a severe lack of funding. Mahamat Adiallo, the chairman of the FCF’s selection committee, confirmed that financial constraints may prevent the team from traveling to Marrakech, where the match and a short training camp are scheduled to take place.
“We are waiting for the country’s authorities because they are our main sponsors,” said Adiallo in a statement to APA News.
The training camp, critical for rebuilding the Fauves de l’Oubangui, is supposed to begin before the match, but unlike the match itself—which will be hosted and partially funded by the Cherifian Kingdom (Morocco)—the Central African side is expected to cover the costs of the camp.
“The training camp… we must pay for it ourselves,” added Adiallo, who noted that while return tickets for the delegation have been secured, accommodation and training logistics remain unpaid.
21 players—including 5 local players and 16 international-based professionals—are expected to take part, if the trip materializes. However, ongoing socio-political instability and financial turmoil in the Central African Republic continue to hinder the national team’s activities, making their appearance in Morocco increasingly uncertain.
For now, the match hangs in the balance, pending government intervention and urgent financial support.
