Gabon’s Football Team Selection Delayed Until February 28 Dateline: Libreville, Gabon — 12 February 2026 Lead Paragraph: The Gabonese Football Federation (Fégafoot) has announced a delay in the selection process for the new head coach of the national team, the Panthères du Gabon.
The commission in charge of reviewing candidates has extended the deadline from the initial date, with the final decision now set for February 28, 2026. This comes after the resignation of the previous coach, Thierry Mouyouma, on January 1, 2026.
The delay in the selection process has been attributed to the “immensité du travail “(magnitude of the work) involved in reviewing the 430 dossiers (dossiers) submitted for the position.
According to an official statement from the commission, the extension was granted following a request to the Executive Committee of Fégafoot.
The commission has also outlined the next steps in the selection process.
It will begin the interview phase with the candidates, after which it will compile a shortlist of three candidates.
The Executive Committee will then rely on this shortlist to make the final selection. This development has been closely followed by football enthusiasts and officials alike, as the Panthères du Gabon prepare for upcoming international matches.
The delay in naming a new coach has raised questions about the team’s preparation and performance in the near future.
The Gabonese Football Federation has not yet provided further details regarding the selection criteria or the specific qualifications sought in the new coach. Further details are expected to be released as the selection process progresses.
The new coach will be tasked with leading the national team through a crucial phase of their football journey.
