Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reflected on Gabon’s disappointing early exit from the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea, attributing it to the team’s lack of experience, especially in their second match against Congo. Despite the setback, the Borussia Dortmund star remains optimistic about Gabon’s future.
He emphasized that many players in the squad were making their first appearance at the tournament, and that this lack of experience ultimately cost them. However, Aubameyang believes this failure will serve as a valuable learning experience for the team going forward. He expressed confidence in the team’s potential, noting the abundance of young talent within the squad.
Aubameyang also took pride in Gabon’s football achievements, given the country’s small population of just over a million people. Despite this, Gabon has regularly competed at the highest level in African football, and Aubameyang has set his sights on a new goal: qualifying for the 2018 World Cup. He’s confident that the Panthers can rise to that challenge, continuing their pursuit of greatness on the continental and global stages.
