Veteran Le Roy named new coach of Congo (opens original article in a new tab)

Veteran Claude Le Roy has been named new coach of the Republic of Congo with a goal to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations after failing to reach the World Cup.

• Claude Le Roy, 78, appointed as new coach of Republic of Congo
• Le Roy's brief is to lead team to 2027 Africa Cup of Nations
• Republic of Congo did not qualify for World Cup