Sudan’s national football team coach, Kwesi Appiah, has revealed that relying on players from Al Hilal and Al Merreikh was instrumental in guiding the team to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Despite facing significant challenges, including civil unrest and the suspension of the domestic league, Appiah’s tactical approach paid off.
“It’s been tough without a domestic league. Since I took over, I’ve had to rely on players from just two clubs as ”Al Hilal and Al Merreikh. Even now, only Al Hilal remains active,” Appiah told CAF.
“The lack of league football limits our options, but the players who remain active have been giving their all. Some also play abroad, mainly in Libya, which helps keep them in form.”
Kwesi Appiah’s Sudan finished second in Group F with 8 points after playing six games
They will know their group opponents in the coming days ahead of the competition slated later in this year
