2027 AFCON Qualifiers: Sébastien Desabre explains Timothy Fayulu's call-up

Author: Merveil WelloPublished on: November 6, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

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2027 AFCON Qualifiers: Sébastien Desabre explains Timothy Fayulu's call-up

DR Congo coach Sébastien Desabre has explained his decision to call up goalkeeper Timothy Fayulu for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Congolese squad is set to face Sierra Leone, with Fayulu among the selected players. The provided text does not give the detailed reasons Desabre offered.

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