**Guinea Forced to Play CHAN Qualifiers Away Amid Ebola Crisis**
While Liberia has received clearance to host international football matches on home soil, Guinea remains under restrictions due to the ongoing Ebola outbreak. This situation is affecting the Guinean national teams, including those competing in the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2016) qualifiers.
The Ebola epidemic continues to pose a serious health threat in Guinea, forcing the senior national team and the local-based squad to play their home fixtures away from the country. As a result, Guinea’s upcoming CHAN qualifiers against Senegal will not take place on Guinean soil.
Instead, the first leg of the qualifier will be held in Bamako, Mali, on October 18. Guinea will then travel to Dakar, Senegal, a week later for the return leg. This arrangement reflects the ongoing regional health concerns and efforts to prevent further spread of the virus.
The African Nations Championship, designed exclusively for players active in their home domestic leagues, is a vital competition for Guinea’s local talent. However, the team now faces the added challenge of competing in unfamiliar environments, which could impact their preparations and performance.
Despite these difficulties, Guinea remains determined to advance in the tournament. The team’s resilience in the face of the public health crisis highlights the wider struggle faced by the country and its football community during this challenging period.
—
