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Everything you need to know about Chad’s football chaos over the last 10 years ahead of June international friendlies with Kenya.
Harambee Stars will be squaring off against Chad in two international friendlies in Morocco on June 7 and June 10, 2025 — matches that come at a fascinating time for Chadian football.
Over the past decade, the Central African nation has seen more off-pitch drama than on-field success, and these friendlies mark a turning point in their long struggle for footballing stability.
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From government interference to shocking retirements, here are five of the craziest things that have happened to Harambee Stars’ upcoming opponents in the last ten years as per Ducor Sports.
5. Coach Drama and the Tregoat Fallout
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In 2020, Chad Football Federation (FTFA) decided not to renew head coach Emmanuel Tregoat’s contract.
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After failing to qualify for AFCON 2019 and the 2022 World Cup, the Frenchman’s tenure came under fire from both fans and federation members. His exit followed unmet targets and tense relationships within the squad.
One of the most telling controversies involved Tregoat’s fallout with player Bakhit Djibrine, who even considered quitting the national team. The coach’s strained leadership, coupled with inconsistent performances, raised alarm bells within FTFA.
Despite a chance to defend himself before the executive committee, Tregoat could not retain their confidence.
His departure marked another turbulent coaching transition for Chad. The team was left searching for stability, with names like Sébastien Migné being floated as successors.
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However, Chad’s footballing crisis continued to deepen, affecting morale and preparation — a far cry from the consistent technical structure Kenya has recently developed.
4. Marius Mouandilmadji’s Leap to Porto Amid Chaos
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In 2018, young striker Marius Mouandilmadji shocked many by signing a four-year deal with Portuguese giants FC Porto. At just 20, the forward had risen from local side Gazelle FC to Cameroon’s Coton Sport, where he topped the scoring charts and caught international attention.
Despite his country’s football infrastructure being in disarray, Marius’ story brought hope. His humility, work ethic, and respect for Porto coach Sérgio Conceição earned him admiration at home and abroad. He avoided bold promises, choosing instead to focus on growth and adaptation in Europe.
His move became a beacon for Chadian football, inspiring young players despite chronic funding issues.
For Harambee Stars, he is a player to watch, even as Chad rebuilds from within. His presence in the upcoming June international friendlies adds a layer of quality to the otherwise battered squad.
3. Corruption Crisis at the Top
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In 2018, Chad’s football leadership was rocked by a corruption scandal involving FTFA president Moctar Mohammed and vice-president Wang-Laouna Ibrahim Foullah. A police investigation revealed embezzlement of over 500 million CFA francs and $200,000 meant for club travel and development.
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The funds, earmarked for clubs like AS Cotton T Chad and Renaissance FC, were reportedly withdrawn into private accounts. Despite denials from Foullah, police submitted evidence linking both officials to financial misconduct, casting serious doubt on Chad’s football credibility.
This scandal not only embarrassed the federation but also renewed fears of another FIFA suspension. As Kenya prepares for the June international friendlies, they’ll face a team battling not just tactical issues but institutional rot.
2. Mahamat Labbo’s Emotional Exit
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In 2022, veteran midfielder Mahamat Labbo, affectionately known as "Zagal," announced his retirement after 16 years with the national team. His farewell came after Chad failed to progress in the 2023 AFCON qualifiers, another painful blow in a career full of unfulfilled national dreams.
Labbo cited emotional exhaustion and a desire to make room for youth, but his tone was one of deep regret. “I wanted to end with an AFCON qualification,” he said on Facebook.
For Kenya, his absence means one less experienced player to deal with in Morocco.
But it also represents the emotional baggage Chad brings into the June international friendlies — a team striving to find new heroes while honoring the old.
1. FIFA Suspension Over Political Interference
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The most damaging event came in 2021 when FIFA suspended Chad from all international football due to government interference.
The country’s Sports Minister had dissolved FTFA’s executive committee — a direct violation of FIFA statutes protecting football from political control.
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Thus Chad missed international competitions, and clubs were banned from CAF tournaments. The suspension was only lifted after authorities reinstated FTFA’s leadership and handed back control of football operations. FIFA and CAF even dispatched a special delegation to monitor Chad’s progress.
This suspension halted the momentum of an already fragile system.
Les Sao are set to name a squad that will face Harambee Stars in the June international friendlies and they will hope this match marks the beginning of true football reform — but history suggests they still have a long road ahead.
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