AFCON 2025: Burkina Faso Announce Squad with Key Omissions and Strong Core Intact

Burkina Faso have released their squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, keeping the bulk of their established group together but making headlines with two unexpected exclusions. Ganiou (Lens) and Tiendrébéogo (Annecy) have both been left out, sparking debate among Stallions supporters.

Ganiou’s omission comes amid growing speculation about his potential interest in representing France at international level — a situation that may have influenced the technical team’s decision. In midfield, Mohamed Zougrana appears to have won the competitive battle for a spot, edging out Tiendrébéogo after a strong run of form.

Balanced Squad with Experience and Fresh Energy

Burkina Faso’s list features a familiar blend of experienced internationals and rising talents across the pitch.

Goalkeepers:
Koffi Kouakou Hervé, Kylian Baasba Nikièma, and Soufiane Farid Ouedraogo will compete for the No.1 shirt.

Defence:
The backline is anchored by Yacouba Nasser Djiga, Edmond Faycial Tapsoba, and Abdoul Rachid Ayindé — a trio expected to provide stability against the continent’s top attacks.

Midfield:
Ismahila Quédraogo, Gustavo Fabrice Sangaré, Stéphane Aziz Ki, and Mohamed Zougrana headline a midfield unit rich in physicality and technical quality.

Attack:
Up front, the Stallions boast a dynamic mix of profiles: Bertrand Isidore Traoré brings leadership, Bi Kalou Cyriaque Irié adds creativity, while Lassina Franck Traoré, Georgi Minoungou, and Ousséni Bouda offer pace, power, and goals.

Focus Turns to Final Preparations

With the squad confirmed, Burkina Faso now shift their attention to fine-tuning systems and reconnecting team chemistry before heading into AFCON 2025. The Stallions will hope this balanced group can make a deep run and challenge the continent’s elite.

Diskiafrika will continue tracking their preparations and all key updates ahead of kickoff.