Benin Republic has unveiled its 30-man preliminary squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with Remo Stars goalkeeper Serge Obassa earning a spot. Obassa, who joined Remo Stars at the start of the 2024/25 season, has been a regular in the Cheetahs squad, demonstrating his skills and consistency.

The preliminary squad, announced by head coach Gernot Rohr, includes two other goalkeepers: Saturnin Allagbe and Dandjinou Marcel. Other notable players named to the squad are captain Steve Mounie, Mohamed Tijani, Verdon Oliver, Djodel Dosou, Junior Olaitan, and Tosin Aiyegun. Rohr is expected to trim the list to 25 players next week, ahead of the tournament.

The Cheetahs will kick off their preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations with a training camp in Ben Slimane, Morocco, starting on December 10. The team has been drawn into Group D, where they will face stiff competition from two-time champions Senegal, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Botswana. This grouping promises to be one of the most competitive in the tournament, with all teams vying for a spot in the knockout stages.

Benin Republic’s participation in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations marks an important milestone for the country’s national team, which has been working towards this moment for years. With a mix of experienced players and new talent, the team is looking to make a strong impression in the tournament. As the Cheetahs prepare to take on some of the best teams in Africa, their fans will be watching with anticipation, hoping for a successful campaign.

The Africa Cup of Nations, one of the most prestigious international football tournaments in the continent, will bring together the best teams from Africa to compete for the top prize. With the tournament fast approaching, the Cheetahs will need to be in top form if they hope to advance to the later stages. As the team fine-tunes its strategy and prepares for the challenges ahead, fans can expect an exciting and unpredictable competition.