Madagascar name squad for Guinea-Bissau double-header in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying

Madagascar manager Corentin Martins has announced his squad for the Barea’s two 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Guinea-Bissau.

The fixtures will form part of the third and fourth rounds of matches in the qualifying group, with Madagascar preparing for an important test in their campaign.

Martins has selected a squad combining experienced players with emerging talent as the Barea seek to represent Madagascar strongly in the double-header.

Goalkeepers: Geordan Dupire, Sonny Laiton, Zakanirina Rakotoasimbola

Defenders: Sandro Tremoulet, Ehsan Kari, Rajo Nirina Razafindrabearimihanta, Thomas Fontaine, Mathieu Acapandie, Radoniaina Rabemanantsoa, Morgan Jean Pierre, Ryan Ponti

Midfielders: Marco Ilaimaharitra, Behaja Randriamalala, Clement Couturier, Nicolas Randriamampisoa, Rayan Raveloson, Johan N’zi

Forwards: Nicolas Fontaine, Warren Caddy, Hakim Abdallah, El Hadary Raheriniaina, Roman Ferber, Arnaud Randrianantenaina, Fenohasina Razafimaro

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