Comoros: Hubert Velud's ambitions at the helm of the Coelacanths

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·07 de março de 2026

Comoros: Hubert Velud's ambitions at the helm of the Coelacanths

The coach has signed a two-year contract as head coach of the Comoros national team.

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The Comoros Football Federation has unveiled Hubert Velud as the new head coach of the Coelacanths. During the press conference, the French manager laid out his ambitions.

Hubert Velud praised the remarkable progress of Comorian football. He stated: "This is a country I have known for several years through its football. There is genuine momentum here, even if there has been a slight downturn recently, but I must acknowledge the work done before my arrival. I am here with the aim of developing Comoros."

🎙Les premiers mots de Hubert Velud en tant que sélectionneur des Cœlacanthes : « Je suis très honoré d’être le sélectionneur national de ce pays [...] Je viens ici dans un souci de progrès, de faire progresser les Comores. » ⚽🇰🇲
– sábado, 7 de março de 2026

The former Sudan and Burkina Faso manager has set his sights on qualifying the Coelacanths for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

The main objective is to qualify for the upcoming AFCON. I believe that Comoros' regular participation in the tournament is crucial for visibility and for raising the level of football in the country. It is essential for us to consistently qualify for AFCON.