Gabon Cancels Friendly Match Against Uganda to Reduce Injury Risks. Libreville, Gabon — 16 December 2025 Lead Paragraph: The Gabon national football team has cancelled an upcoming friendly match against Uganda, as part of their preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), in a bid to minimize the risk of injuries to players.
The decision comes in light of the team’s captain, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, being ruled out for at least a week, and the team’s medical staff considering their current injury situation fragile.
Gabon’s football federation has decided to prioritize the physical health of its players over the scheduled match, which was initially set to take place in Morocco.
The cancellation is aimed at avoiding additional strain on the team’s injury list just days before the start of the CAN tournament.
According to a source close to the Gabon technical staff, the decision was made after considering multiple proposals for friendly matches.
Officials commented on the matter.
The absence of Aubameyang, who is a key player for both the team and the nation, has already created a void that the team is working to fill.
The cancellation of the friendly match against Uganda is a strategic move to ensure that the team is in the best possible condition for their opening match against Cameroon on December 24th.
Despite the cancellation, Gabon continues its preparations in a secure environment, aiming to enter the CAN 2025 competition under the most favorable circumstances. Further details regarding Gabon’s training schedule and additional friendly matches may be announced in the coming days.
The team’s focus remains on health and performance as they gear up for the prestigious continental tournament.
