Central Africa Republic coach Raoul Savoy eyes revenge against Ghana in crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier

Published on: 10 June 2024

Central Africa Republic coach Raoul Savoy has set sights on avenging his outfit defeat to the Black Stars of Ghana last year when they lock horns in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Monday night.

The four-time Africa champions will play host to the Wild Beast at the Baba Yara Stadium in matchday four of the qualifiers in Group I.

The West Africa powerhouse revived their chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held in Mexico, Canada, and the United States of America following their hard-fought victory against Mali last Thursday.

Meanwhile, the Wild Beast are still in contention for World Cup qualification having secured victory in their last game. They have four points after three matches into the qualifying campaign.

"It was not easy in Oujda against Chad, but the key was to win, to then travel quietly and join Kumasi to better prepare for the game against Ghana on Monday," Savoy said

"We will benefit from our full force because no one was injured, which is a good thing. My players are ready and eager to do something on Monday..."

Savoy also drew attention to their previous meeting with Ghana in September last year, which ended in a narrow defeat.

"...not forgetting our September game where we played well but lost at the end on a contestable goal. It will be a very close game, and I hope it's our turn to get our revenge."

With determination and a thirst for revenge, the Central African Republic team is poised to give Ghana a run for their money on Monday at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi.

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