Guinea-Bissau head coach Luis Boa Morte (right). Photo Credit: Football Federation of Guinea-Bissau
Guinea Bissau head coach Luís Boa Morte said his charges still believe they can qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they prepare to face Group A second place side Burkina Faso. The two West African nations will clash at the 24 de Setembro National Stadium later today.
The Djurtus lost 3-1 on Thursday to Sierra Leone on matchday five. Former Portugal national team player Boa Morte said their plan is unchanged after suffering another loss:
Pressure is mounting on the former Fulham assistant manager after a serious of unfavorable results for Guinea Bissau. Ahead of the Burkina Faso encounter, Boa Morte said he does not feel that he is under pressure. Guinea Bissau sit fourth with six points, two points adrift of Burkina Faso.
Group A Table (5 matches played)
Points | |
Egypt | 13 |
Burkina Faso | 8 |
Sierra Leone | 8 |
Guinea-Bissau | 6 |
Ethiopia | 3 |
Djibouti | 1 |