Hubert Velud on the round of 16 of CAN 2023: “We are ready…”*

2024-01-30 08:35:28

The Stallions face the Eagles of Mali this Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in the round of 16 of the African Cup of Nations. On the eve of this important meeting, the Stallions coach, Hubert Velud, said he was ready.

This January 30, 2024, at 5 p.m. GMT, Hubert Velud’s men will face the Eagles of Mali. A confrontation between teams from two neighboring countries currently linked by geography and politics.

All members of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), the opposition will be no less epic for one or the other formation. At the heart of all questions, the round of 16 match promises sparks. The Burkinabè are waiting for the Malian team with firm feet. “We are not afraid. We are ready,” said Hubert Velud during his press briefing.

During the press briefing of the Stallions coach

For the French technician, the Stallions are ready physically and also tactically. “We have worked on a lot of things and we will see what system is adopted,” he added.

For this round of 16 match, Hubert Velud has his entire squad at his disposal. Blati Touré, Mohamed Konaté who were suspended for one match and Adama Nagalo, injured against Algeria, are back. “Apart from Adama Guira, we have no injured or suspended players,” added Hubert Velud.

Information which reassures more than one supporter of the Stallions for this very decisive match for the rest of the competition.

Issa Sawadogo, special envoy to Bouaké