Kwesi Appiah target 2026 World Cup qualification after AFCON success with Sudan

Sudan coach Kwesi Appiah has expressed his commitment to qualifying the Falcons of Jediane for both the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the 2026 World Cup.

After signing a three-year deal with the Sudanese FA earlier this year, Appiah led the team to secure a spot in next year's AFCON tournament in Morocco, despite the ongoing civil unrest in the country. Sudan currently tops Group B in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Appiah praised Sudanese players for their discipline and dedication, noting the challenges posed by the political instability.

He aims to guide Sudan to their first-ever World Cup appearance, with matches against Senegal and South Sudan scheduled for March 2025.