CAN 2027 preliminary rounds: Nicolas Dupuis unveils South Sudan's preliminary squad | OneFootball

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·9 March 2026

CAN 2027 preliminary rounds: Nicolas Dupuis unveils South Sudan's preliminary squad

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An expanded 34-man roster to prepare for the double-header against Djibouti

Article image:CAN 2027 preliminary rounds: Nicolas Dupuis unveils South Sudan's preliminary squad

CAN 2027 preliminary rounds: Nicolas Dupuis unveils South Sudan's preliminary squad


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South Sudan and Djibouti are set for a two-legged showdown at the end of March, as part of the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

Both matches will take place at Juba National Stadium, in the heart of South Sudan's capital. The first leg is scheduled for March 26, with the return fixture set for three days later, on the 29th.The winner of this double-header will advance to the group stage of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers to be held in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

In anticipation of this crucial fixture, Nicolas Dupuis has released a provisional squad of 34 players. The selected players will take part in an intensive training camp ahead of kick-off.

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