Former Burkina Faso international Bryan Dabo may have stepped away from the national team, but his emotional connection to the Stallions remains as strong as ever.
The midfielder, who previously played a key role for Burkina Faso national football team, has revealed that he continues to closely monitor the team’s progress, maintaining a deep bond with the current squad despite no longer being actively involved on the pitch.
“I follow the Stallions morning, noon, and night. I still have many younger brothers in the selection,” Dabo said, underlining the strong personal relationships he still shares within the team setup.
His comments reflect not just casual interest, but a genuine emotional investment in the fortunes of the national side. Even from a distance, Dabo remains a committed supporter, keen to see Burkina Faso succeed on the international stage.
However, when addressing the team’s recent Africa Cup of Nations campaign, the former midfielder adopted a more cautious tone.
“Regarding the last AFCON, I have no opinion to offer because I didn’t share, in any way, the vision of the previous coaches or the federation up to now. I’ll have plenty of time to talk about it later,” he stated.
What Bryan Dabo means
While he refrained from going into specifics, his remarks hint at underlying disagreements with past management decisions. It is a stance that suggests unresolved tensions, yet Dabo has chosen, for now, to keep those details private.
Despite this, his loyalty to the Stallions remains unquestionable.
“I simply maintain a brotherly and fan-like perspective on the team. I want to see them win and perform well internationally,” he added.
Beyond team performances, Dabo also expressed his pride in the individual success of Burkinabè players, particularly those excelling at club level and emerging young talents making their mark.
Encouragingly, the former international also shared optimism about the future under new head coach Amir Abdou. The appointment of Abdou appears to have reignited belief, with Dabo confident that the experienced tactician can steer the team in the right direction.
“He’s someone I know through a mutual acquaintance. I wish him all the best in his new challenge with Burkina Faso. He did an incredible job with Comoros before joining Mauritania. I hope he’ll continue in the same vein and have a bright future with the Stallions,” he said.
Abdou’s reputation, built on impressive achievements with smaller footballing nations, offers hope for a Burkina Faso side eager to make a stronger impact in upcoming competitions.
