Burkina Faso coach Brama Traoré has announced his final 25-man squad for the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The squad features a mix of experienced players and new talent, with a focus on positional depth and competitiveness.
Notable inclusions are left-backs Abdoul Ayindé and Arsène Kouassi, who are both set to make their first AFCON appearances.
Ayindé has impressed with Belgian side Genk, while Kouassi has done well in Ligue 1 with Lorient.
The attacking department features several newcomers, including Landry Kaboré, Georgi Minoungou, Lassina Traoré, Irié Cyriaque, and Mohamed Zoungrana, who could all make their tournament debuts.
The goalkeeping trio is led by Hervé Koffi of Angers, alongside Kilian Nikiema of ADO Den Haag and Sofiane Farid Ouédraogo of Al Hilal SC.
The Stallions, who are in Group E alongside Algeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Sudan, will be looking to build on their recent strong AFCON performances.
By Olujimi Dare Ogun