Gabon’s participation at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco ended without a point and was followed by significant off-field repercussions, marking one of the most turbulent periods in the nation’s recent football history.

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After losing all three group-stage matches, Gabon were eliminated at the earliest stage of the tournament. The poor results triggered a swift response from the government, which announced the suspension of the national team’s activities pending a comprehensive review of performance and governance structures.

As part of the fallout, the head coach was dismissed, bringing an abrupt end to a tenure that failed to deliver competitive stability at continental level. The situation escalated further with the removal of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from the national squad, a decision that underscored the scale of the reset being considered by football authorities.

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