Comoros: Hubert Velud fears cancellation of match against Rwanda

Author: Merveil WelloPublished on: June 4, 2026Country: Comoros

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Comoros: Hubert Velud fears cancellation of match against Rwanda

Comoros coach Hubert Velud fears the cancellation of the 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda due to logistical or security issues. The match is crucial for Comoros in their qualifying campaign. Velud has expressed concerns about the match taking place.

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