Guinea-Bissau’s national football team, the Djurtus, has officially disclosed the squad numbers for the upcoming tournament. The announcement encompasses a total of 27 assigned numbers, offering a glimpse into the identities that will adorn the jerseys of Baciro Candé’s contingent.
In this revelation, the Djurtus have retained a sense of continuity, with many familiar faces maintaining their bib numbers.
Olympique Lyonnais striker Mama Baldé, a pivotal force for Guinea-Bissau, will sport the number 17, while Fali Candé secures the number 02.
Alfa Semedo, a prominent figure in the squad, holds on to his number 08. Among the newcomers set to make their debut in the AFCON, Carlos Mané claims the number 10, and Marciano Sanca Tchami dons the number 11.
The goalkeeping duties have been assigned numbers 1, 12, and 23.
Here is the complete list of assigned bibs and players:
1. Jonas Asvedo Mendes
2. Fali Cande
3. Francullino Gluda Dju
4. Marcelo Amado Djalo Taritolay
6. Fernando De Lacerda Gomes
7. Eucidalcio Gomes
8. Alfa Semedo Esteves
9. Zinho Gano
10. Carlos Manuel Cardoso Mane
11. Marciano Sanca Tchami
12. Ouparine Djoco
13. Carlos Mendes Gomes
14. Mauro Daniela Rodrigues Teixeira
15. Jefferson Anilson Silva Encada
16. Moreto Moro Cassama
17. Mama Samba Balde
18. Famana Quizera
19. Janio Bikel Figueiredo da Silva
20. Mane Manconi Soriano
21. Eulanio Angelo Chipela Gomes
22. Bloody Opa
23. Fernando Embadje
24. Jose Correia
25. Edgar Miguel IE
26. Zidane Agustini Banjaqui
27. Prosper Mendy
As Guinea-Bissau gears up for the continental football spectacle, the unveiling of these numbers adds an element of anticipation and identity to their journey in the African football arena.