Sudan’s national football team is intensifying preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers as they look to maintain their position at the top of Group B.
With a two-point lead, the Nile Crocodiles are aware of the significance of their upcoming fixtures, particularly the highly anticipated clash against Senegal.
In a bid to strengthen their squad and fine-tune their tactics, Sudan has scheduled a friendly match before facing Senegal on March 22.
This warm-up encounter is set to take place against Oman on March 13 in Muscat, giving coach Kwasi Appiah’s side an opportunity to assess their form before the crucial qualifier.
Squad reinforcements and training camp
To ensure his team is in peak condition for the qualifiers, Appiah has opted to bolster his squad with new additions.
Sudan has called up Amer Abdullah, a winger from Australian club Green Gully, and Jamal Ali, a midfielder from Hills United in Australia.
Their inclusion is expected to add depth and versatility to the squad as they prepare for the challenges ahead.
The team has already commenced an intensive training camp in Taif, Saudi Arabia.
With a squad largely composed of home-based players, the camp provides an opportunity for tactical adjustments and team cohesion ahead of their decisive fixtures against Senegal and South Sudan.
Aiming to retain top spot
Sudan’s match against Senegal, set to be played at the Benghazi International Stadium in Libya, will be a pivotal moment in the qualifiers.
A win would strengthen their grip on the top spot in Group B, bringing them closer to securing a historic World Cup qualification.
However, Senegal, eager to reclaim first place, will be determined to leave no room for an upset.
Meanwhile, Sudan will also have to keep an eye on their fixture against South Sudan, as every point gained or lost could prove crucial in their qualification campaign.
With competition intensifying in the group, Appiah’s men must remain focused and ensure they capitalize on their current lead.
As the road to the 2026 World Cup continues, Sudan’s upcoming matches will be defining moments in their journey.
Their performances against Oman and Senegal will reveal whether they can sustain their momentum and take a step closer to the dream of competing on football’s biggest stage.
