BY Nadia Ntiamoah
Mali head coach Tom Saintfiet has announced his squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Comoros and Ghana.
The team features a blend of European-based talents and emerging prospects, with several key stars making the cut.
The Squad
Saintfiet has maintained the core of his side, with players like Mamadou Sangare of RC Lens, Aliou Dieng of Al Ahly, and Kamory Doumbia of Stade Brest leading the midfield.
Other notable inclusions are Mohamed Camara of Al Sadd, Lassana Coulibaly of Lecce, and versatile forward Mamadou Doumbia of Watford.
The defensive unit is led by Schalke 04’s Ibrahima Cisse, Braga’s Sikou Niakate, and Palermo’s Salim Diakite.
Upcoming Matches
Mali will face Comoros on September 4 at the Stade Municipal de Berkane in Morocco, before traveling to Accra to take on Ghana at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 8.
The matches are crucial for Mali’s qualification hopes, and the team is determined to secure vital points.
Key Players
The squad features a mix of experienced players and young talents, with a strong emphasis on creativity and dynamism in midfield.
The attacking unit is led by players like Gaoussou Diarra of Feyenoord, Nene Dorgeles of Fenerbahce, and Mamadou Doumbia of Watford. With qualification hopes alive, Mali will be looking to make a strong impression in the upcoming matches.
Full Squad
The full Mali squad named by coach Tom Saintfiet is:
– Goalkeepers: Djigui Diarra, Ismael Diawara, and Lassine Diarra
– Defenders: Fode Doucoure, Salim Diakite, Sikou Niakate, Ibrahima Cisse, Mamadou Fofana, Moussa Diarra, Ousmane Camara, Amadou Dante, and Cheick O. Konate
– Midfielders: Lassana Coulibaly, Mohamed Camara, Mamadou Sangare, Aliou Dieng, Mahamadou Doumbia, and Kamory Doumbia
– Attackers: Gaoussou Diarra, Mamadou Camara, Nene Dorgeles, Mamadou Doumbia, Mustapha Sangare, Moussa Syllla, and Lassine Sinayoko.
