Congo names 30-man squad for crucial CHAN 2025 qualifiers

The Congolese Football Federation has unveiled a 30-player squad to begin preparations for the second round of the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers. Congo will face Equatorial Guinea in two pivotal matches scheduled for December 21 and 29, with both teams vying for a place in the prestigious tournament.

The upcoming double-header is set to be a decisive stage for Congo’s ambitions in the competition.

With only a few days remaining before the first clash, the squad will focus on fine-tuning their tactics and physical readiness to meet the challenge posed by their Central African rivals.

A final selection of players will be made closer to the match dates, as the team looks to build on their previous performances in the qualifiers.

The list published by the Congolese Football Federation includes some of the country’s most promising talents, all of whom will hope to make a significant impact on the road to securing qualification.

Congo’s coach will now have to choose the final 23 players who will travel to face Equatorial Guinea, with the first leg taking place on December 21.

The second leg will follow just eight days later, offering little time for adjustments between the two encounters.

This phase of the qualifiers represents a crucial moment for Congo’s national team, as they aim to secure their place in CHAN 2025 and continue their growth as a competitive force in African football.