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Guinean Football Federation presidential election

Overview

The Guinean Football Federation (FEGUIFOOT) has confirmed that its extraordinary elective general assembly will be held on October 27, 2026, in Conakry. Following the September 21 deadline for candidate submissions, the presidential race has narrowed to three main lists competing for a four-year term.

The candidates are Dr. Ibrahima Kalil Kaba, president of Karifamoriah FC; Mamadou Antonio Souaré, former federation president and Chairman of the Board of Horoya AC; and Mamadi Doumbouya, president of Union FC. Dr. Kaba’s list includes 13 members, including three women, and has received support from AS Kaloum. Mamadou Antonio Souaré has advocated for political intervention to resolve governance crises, though observers have advised caution as some of his past supporters have reportedly shifted loyalties. Mamadi Doumbouya intends to leverage his administrative experience at the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (ARPT) and his history with the FEGUIFOOT Executive Committee to manage relations with clubs, the state, CAF, and FIFA.

As the election approaches, administrative disputes have emerged. In N’zérékoré, questions have been raised regarding Lamine Sylla’s authority over the Diani FC women’s team due to potential incompatibilities between his regional league role and prefectural district responsibilities. Additionally, in Kindia, Gangan Football Club has issued a categorical denial regarding rumors of its support for Dr. Kaba, stating the club has not taken an official position on the election and remains focused on its Ligue 2 objectives.

Entities

Guinean Football Federation · Mamadi Doumbouya · Antonio Souaré · Fédération Guinéenne de Football · Ibrahima Kalil Kaba

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Disputes emerge over Guinean football leadership and club representation

    Administrative disputes in Guinea involve Lamine Sylla’s eligibility to manage Diani FC and Gangan FC’s denial of supporting Ibrahima Kalil Kaba for the football federation presidency.

  2. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Guinean Football Federation election set for October 27

    The Guinean Football Federation election is set for October 27, with Mamadi Doumbouya announcing his candidacy alongside discussions regarding the shifting political alliances of former president Antonio Souaré

  3. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Guinean Football Federation presidential race narrows to three candidates

    Three candidates, including Dr. Ibrahima Kalil Kaba and Mamadou Antonio Souaré, have officially filed to run for the presidency of the Guinean Football Federation ahead of the October 27, 2026, election.

  4. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Antonio Souaré announces bid for Féguifoot presidency

    Former Féguifoot president Antonio Souaré has announced his candidacy for the Guinean Football Federation presidency, calling for state intervention to help rebuild the sport.

  5. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    FEGUIFOOT to hold elective general assembly on October 27

    The Guinean Football Federation (FEGUIFOOT) will hold elective elections on October 27 in Conakry, amid calls for leadership that can resolve long-standing institutional instability.

  6. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Guinean Football Federation election sees candidates emerge

    Candidates are emerging for the Guinean Football Federation presidency. AS Kaloum has endorsed Dr. Ibrahima Khalil Kaba, while former president Antonio Souaré is also reportedly running.

Sources

djamanainfo.com · eclatinfogn.com · guinafnews.org · guinee360.com · guinee7.com · guineechrono.com · guineeenmarche.com · guineenews.org · journaldeguinee.com · kalenews.org · lecourrierdeconakry.com · nasuba.info · realequatorialguinea.com · yeclo.com

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