Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah remains optimistic about his team’s prospects following their qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Appiah, who previously led Ghana to the 2014 FIFA World Cup, has now guided Sudan’s Falcons of Jediane to another major tournament appearance.
Beyond their AFCON achievement, Sudan sits at the top of Group B in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, reinforcing their strong form.
Ahead of their upcoming matches against Senegal and South Sudan, Appiah expressed confidence in his squad’s ability to compete with the continent’s best.
“Senegal is a strong team, but they are not the only ones, and we are also one of the best teams on the continent,” he said.
“We have performed well, and everyone is now talking about the team as strong. We have achieved part of our goals, and now we aspire to achieve more.”
The coach also urged the Sudanese Football Association to ensure that player bonuses and incentives are settled ahead of these crucial fixtures.
“I hope that the federation will give incentive bonuses to the players, as they deserve it after the great performance they gave.
“Such incentives will help them achieve a positive result against a big team like Senegal, which will enhance our chances even more,” he added.
A pair of victories in this month’s World Cup qualifiers would bring Sudan closer to securing a historic spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.