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Paulo Duarte confident in Senegal's World Cup prospects
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A true expert in African football, Portuguese coach Paulo Duarte continues to make his mark with Guinea.
The former manager of Burkina Faso, Gabon, and Togo, and ex-União Leiria player, is aiming to leave his imprint with the “Syli National,” a side that has struggled to be competitive on the continental stage despite an inexhaustible pool of talent.
In an exclusive interview with “Foot Africa,” the Massarelos native took a broad look at the latest in African football, discussing his time with Guinea, the dominance of Portuguese coaches in the CAF Champions League, and the prospects for African teams at the 2026 World Cup.
What are your objectives with the Guinea national team (Syli National)?
Are there any new dual-nationality talents set to join Guinea for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers?
Why has the Guinean national team struggled to achieve good results despite an enormous talent pool?
Portuguese football will be in the spotlight in the CAF Champions League final, with Miguel Cardoso and Alexandre Santos on the benches of Mamelodi Sundowns and AS FAR. Is this further proof that the Portuguese school is best suited to African football?
Who is your favorite for the CAF Champions League?
Which African team has the best chance of going far in the World Cup?
