Ghanaian coach, James Kwasi Appiah, has decided to boycott Sudan’s training camp in protest over non-payment of his salaries.
According to africasoccer.com, Appiah has been absent from Sudan’s 12-day training camp in Saudi Arabia as the team prepares for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, which resume in March 2025.
The report indicates that the former Black Stars coach is excusing himself from performing coaching duties until the Sudan Football Association settles his salary arrears.
It was also reported that the Sudan FA’s Vice President, Osama Atta Al-Mannan’s attempts to meet with Appiah to discuss the issue have been unsuccessful.
It is, however, understood that Sudan FA officials are working assiduously to resolve the financial issues before the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
The Falcons of Jediane will take on Senegal on March 18 and face South Sudan on March 24, 2025, as they seek qualification from Group B in the World Cup qualifiers.
The team will play two friendly matches against Jordan before departing for Libya on March 17, 2025, to prepare for the qualifiers.
Appiah led the war-torn Sudan to qualify for the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, a feat that earned him praises on the continent.
Meanwhile, watch as Ghanaians debate the appointment of Jordan Ayew as Black Stars captain below
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