Burkina Faso defeats Central African Republic in CAN 2027 qualifier

Burkina Faso secured its first victory in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) qualifiers, defeating the Central African Republic 1-0 in Casablanca on September 28, 2026. The win follows a previous draw against Benin, bringing the team's total to four points in Group F.

Coach Amir Abdou expressed mixed emotions regarding the performance. While celebrating the win, he noted difficulties with the pitch conditions and criticized the officiating, claiming the team was denied two penalties and an opponent's red card. He also emphasized that the team's play requires significant improvement.

Captain Hervé Koffi highlighted the importance of the three points to recover from their earlier setback in Ouagadougou. The winning goal was facilitated by substitute Aboubacar Sidiki Camara, who provided a renewed momentum to the squad. The team now looks forward to upcoming matches in November, including a crucial fixture against Mauritania.