Benin’s national football coach, Gernot Rohr, has unveiled the squad for the upcoming qualifiers of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025. The announcement came during a press conference at the Stade de l’Amitié on Thursday, where Rohr outlined his selections for the crucial opening matches.
Rohr, tasked with leading the Cheetahs through the early stages of their AFCON campaign, has made his choices carefully, taking into consideration both experience and potential as he looks to build a competitive side for the qualifiers.
His list features a mix of seasoned internationals and emerging talents, reflecting his strategy to blend youth with experience to navigate the group stage effectively.
Among the notable inclusions in Rohr’s squad are several players who have consistently performed well in recent international matches.
He has also given opportunities to promising young players who have shown potential in their respective domestic and international leagues.
The coach expressed confidence in his selections, highlighting the importance of starting the qualifiers strongly to set the tone for the tournament.
Benin’s journey in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers begins with a challenging set of fixtures, and Rohr will be relying on his chosen squad to deliver solid performances on both matchdays.
The team is expected to gather for a training camp ahead of the first qualifier to fine-tune their strategies and build on their chemistry.
With the competition heating up and a place at AFCON 2025 at stake, all eyes will be on Rohr and his squad as they prepare for their upcoming tests on the African stage.
