Gabonese Football Championship Faces Renewed Suspension Over Unpaid Funds
Just weeks after its long-awaited return, the Gabonese football championship is once again facing a major crisis, with clubs threatening to withdraw due to unpaid financial commitments from the government.
After being suspended for 10 months, the league resumed on March 28, offering hope to players, fans, and officials eager to see domestic football restored. However, according to Afrik-Foot, the competition could be halted once more, having reached only its fifth round.
At the heart of the dispute is the government’s failure to deliver on its promise of 250 million CFA francs in funding, which was pledged to clubs before the championship resumed. Additionally, several clubs are still waiting on unpaid arrears from last season, worsening the financial strain.
The mounting frustration among club presidents has led to serious threats of suspension and withdrawal from the league. Without immediate intervention or disbursement of the promised funds, the future of the competition hangs in the balance.
This latest crisis underscores the ongoing challenges facing professional football in Gabon, where financial instability has repeatedly disrupted the development of the domestic game. As pressure mounts, stakeholders are calling for urgent action to prevent another collapse and ensure the stability of the sport.
