Burkina Faso Sacks Coach Brama Traoré Amid Disappointing AFCON Performance
In a shocking move, Burkina Faso has sacked coach Brama Traoré and his assistants following the team's disappointing performance at the Africa Cup of Nations. The decision comes as no surprise to fans and supporters who had been expecting more from the Stallions.Burkina Faso Falls Short of Expectations
The Burkina Faso Football Federation declared that the team's performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco fell far short of the objectives set for the national team. Despite reaching the round of 16, where they lost 3-0 to the defending champions, Ivory Coast, the federation stated that this poor performance has caused deep disappointment among supporters and those involved in national football.
Coach Traoré's Tenure Comes to an End
The federation thanked Coach Brama Traoré and his colleagues for their services since 2024 but made it clear that immediate steps will be taken to begin a new selection process for the technical staff. This decision marks the end of an era for Coach Traoré, who had been at the helm of the team since 2024.
A Look Back at Burkina Faso's AFCON Performance
Burkina Faso had also been eliminated in the round of 16 in the previous tournament. However, they did reach the semi-finals of the 2021 edition, where they lost to the eventual champions, Senegal. The team's performance at this year's AFCON has left fans and supporters wondering what could have been.
What's Next for Burkina Faso?
Attention now turns to the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be held in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. The federation assured all supporters and partners that immediate steps will be taken to begin a new selection process for the technical staff. This move is seen as an opportunity for Burkina Faso to regroup and refocus on their goals.
The sacking of Coach Brama Traoré marks a significant turning point in Burkina Faso's football journey. As the team looks to rebuild and regain momentum, fans and supporters can only hope that this decision will lead to better days ahead for the Stallions.
