Rigobert Song Appointed Head Coach of Central African Republic

Rigobert Song has been appointed as the new head coach of the Central African Republic's national football team, confirmed by the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Civic Education. This marks Song's first coaching role outside of Cameroon, following a mixed tenure as head coach of the Indomitable Lions, where he was dismissed after their round-of-16 exit in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Central African Republic is currently struggling in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers, sitting fourth in their World Cup qualifying group. Song's arrival is met with optimism, and he will be supported by a team of experienced assistants. His immediate focus will be on upcoming matches against Madagascar and Mali in March as they continue their World Cup qualification campaign. Song's previous experience includes significant club tenures in Europe and a notable altercation with goalkeeper Andre Onana during the 2022 World Cup.