AFCON 2025: Burkina Faso sack coach Brama Traoré
## Burkina Faso Football Federation Announces Coaching Staff Changes
Burkina Faso Football Federation Announces Coaching Staff Changes
The Burkina Faso Football Federation has announced the dismissal of Coach Brama Traoré and his assistants following the team's performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The team was eliminated in the round of 16 after a 3-0 defeat to the defending champions, Ivory Coast.
The federation expressed disappointment, noting that the performance did not meet the pre-established goal of reaching at least the semi-finals. This objective was set based on the team's previous achievements, including reaching the semi-finals in the 2021 edition of the tournament.
Future Plans and New Coaching Selection
The federation extended its gratitude to Traoré and his team for their service since 2024. It also assured supporters and partners that a new selection process for the technical staff will commence immediately.
The Burkina Faso Football Federation has announced the dismissal of Coach Brama Traoré and his assistants following the team's performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Burkina Faso did not qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The focus now shifts to the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will take place in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
