Mauritania’s national football team, the Mourabitounes, are now fully assembled ahead of their vital Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers. The final group of players arrived at the training camp on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, as preparations ramp up for their upcoming clashes against Egypt.
Head coach Amir Abdou will be relieved to have his full squad at his disposal. Among the last to arrive was striker Aboubakar Kamara, whose presence now completes the 26-man roster called up for the qualifiers.
The team is gearing up for two pivotal encounters with Egypt, scheduled for October 11 and 15, which will significantly impact Mauritania’s journey to AFCON 2025.
While many teams are still making adjustments to their line-ups, Abdou appears to be satisfied with the readiness of his side.
The arrival of all the expected players allows him to focus on refining tactics and building team cohesion ahead of their matches against the Pharaohs.
Egypt, a formidable opponent in African football, poses a significant challenge for Mauritania.
However, with the full complement of players now available, Abdou and his team can prepare more thoroughly for what lies ahead.
Mauritania’s squad for the qualifiers includes a blend of experience and young talent. The roster is divided into 9 forwards, 6 midfielders, 8 defenders, and 3 goalkeepers, giving Abdou a wide range of options in each position.
Among the key players are goalkeepers M’backe Ndiaye and Mamadou Diop, as well as defenders like Harouna Abou Demba and Khadim Diaw.
In midfield, Abdou will rely on the likes of Maata Magassa and Abdallahi Mahmoud to anchor the team, while the attacking unit, featuring Hemeya Taji and Aboubakary Koïta, will be expected to deliver goals.
The upcoming fixtures against Egypt represent a crucial test for the Mourabitounes as they aim to secure qualification for AFCON 2025, which will be held in Morocco.
These two matches will not only determine their standing in the qualifiers but also serve as a benchmark for the progress the team has made under Abdou’s leadership.
The Mauritanian coach, known for his meticulous preparation, has called upon a balanced squad to tackle the Egyptian challenge.
As the countdown to the first match begins, Abdou and his team are focusing on the task ahead, hoping to make a statement against one of Africa’s most decorated footballing nations.
Full Squad for AFCON 2025 Qualifiers:
Goalkeepers: M’backe Ndiaye, Mamadou Diop, Babacar Niasse
Defenders: Harouna Abou Demba, El Hassen Houeibib, Khadim Diaw, Lamine Ba, Dellah Yali, Aly Abeid, Nouh Mohamed El Abd, Ibrahima Keita
Midfielders: Maata Magassa, Oumar Ngom, Abdallahi Mahmoud, Bakari Camara, Guessouma Fofana, Mouhsine Bodda
Forwards: Beyatt Lekoueiry, Hemeya Taji, Mamadou Sy, Amar Sidi Bouna, Mamadou Diallo, Aboubakary Koïta, Aboubakar Kamara, Idrissa Thiam, Papa Ndiaga Yade
With the squad now in full force, Mauritania’s AFCON 2025 qualification campaign is poised to enter a decisive phase, and the upcoming matches will be crucial in determining their path to Morocco.
