The Gabonese Football Federation (FEGAFOOT) has confirmed that the national team will face Guinea-Bissau and Liberia in two friendly matches during the upcoming June 2025 FIFA international break.
In a statement released by the federation, the matches are set to take place in Casablanca, Morocco, with the Panthers playing Guinea-Bissau on June 4 and Liberia on June 7.
The friendlies are designed to serve as vital preparation for the next round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
These matches are part of Gabon’s ongoing preparation for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers,” FEGAFOOT noted in its official communication.
The announcement also addressed and dismissed recent speculation that a Moroccan club had been scheduled as one of the opponents, clarifying that both fixtures will be contested against national teams.
The decision to host the matches in Casablanca stems from its reputation as a high-quality training destination, offering facilities that support technical growth and team unity.
The location provides a controlled environment where the Gabonese squad can focus on refining strategies and building cohesion ahead of more competitive fixtures.
Gabon’s senior national team, known as the Panthers, is seeking to return to the global stage after missing out on the previous World Cup.
With the qualifiers approaching rapidly, the federation is aiming to ensure that the team is as prepared as possible both mentally and tactically.
The selection of Guinea-Bissau and Liberia reflects FEGAFOOT’s strategic choice to engage with opponents that provide competitive but balanced matchups.
Both nations, like Gabon, are also in the midst of preparing for upcoming World Cup qualifying commitments, which adds meaningful context to the encounters.
Beyond results, the matches will offer Gabon’s technical staff an opportunity to evaluate the squad’s current shape, test new combinations, and assess player fitness and form.
It also provides an avenue for emerging talents to impress ahead of more critical fixtures.
The upcoming window is considered pivotal by Gabon’s coaching staff, as they work to rebuild momentum and fine-tune the team’s identity following recent performances on the continental stage.
With the World Cup dream still alive, the friendly matches in Morocco are more than just tune-ups—they represent an important step in Gabon’s efforts to return to football’s biggest stage with renewed ambition and organisation.
