Burkina Faso set for Benin test as 2027 AFCON qualifying preparations begin

Published on: 22 September 2026

Burkina Faso have begun their preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, with the first players at the national-team camp taking part in training on Monday afternoon.

The opening session was held at the Stade du 4-Aout under the supervision of head coach Amir Abdou and his staff, officially launching preparations for a decisive week for the Etalons.

Burkina Faso will start their Group F campaign at home against Benin on Friday, 25 September. The match is scheduled to kick off at 19:00 GMT at the Stade du 4-Aout.

The Etalons will then travel to Casablanca to face the Central African Republic on 28 September in their second qualifying fixture.

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