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January 1, 2026
Gabon ditch Aubameyang and suspend national team after ‘disgraceful’ Afcon
Gabon’s government has announced the suspension of the national football team, the sacking of their coach and the kicking of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang out of the squad after three defeats at the Africa Cup of Nations finals.
TL;DR
- Gabon's national football team suspended by the government.
- Coaching staff sacked following poor performance at the Africa Cup of Nations.
- Players Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Bruno Ecuele Manga excluded from the squad.
- Team finished last in their group after three defeats.
- Aubameyang cited deeper team problems than individual issues.
- Government reaction seen as a rare occurrence due to FIFA's stance against interference.
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