Once among the pioneers of African football, the nation now seeks to leave its mark on AFCON once again. Their return to the tournament is seen as more than just participation, it is an opportunity to write a new chapter in a rich yet unpredictable football history. With a new generation eager to prove itself and a coach who blends experience with ambition, the Falcons of Jediane look ahead to a competition where they aim to showcase both tradition and renewal.
- Nickname: The Falcons of Jediane
- Head coach: James Kwesi Appiah
- Football Association: Sudan Football Association
- AFCON appearances: 10 times
- FIFA ranking: 114
Sudan’s Match Schedule
Sudan has been drawn into Group E, alongside Algeria, Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea. Below is their full group stage schedule, including dates, times and venues. So you know exactly when to follow the Falcons of Jediane.
| 24 December | Group stage |
 Algeria Sudan | 3 0 |
| 28 December | Group stage |
 Equatorial Guinea Sudan | 0 1 |
| 31 December | Group stage |
Sudan Burkina Faso | 0 2 |
| 3 January | Round of 16 |
 Senegal Sudan | 3 1 |
Stats Sudan AFCON 2025
Top scorer
| # | Player | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Aamir Abdallah | 1 |
Assists
| # | Player | Assists |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Walieldin Khidir | 1 |
Rating
| # | Player | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Aamir Abdallah | 6,9 |
| 2. | Monged Elneel | 6,8 |
| 3. | Yaser Awad Boshara | 6,7 |
| 4. | Mohamed Saeed Ahmed | 6,7 |
| 5. | Abdelrazig Omer | 6,6 |
| 6. | Ammar Taifour | 6,6 |
| 7. | John Robia | 6,6 |
| 8. | Mohamed Abuaagla | 6,6 |
| 9. | Mohamed Eisa | 6,6 |
| 10. | Mohamed Abdelrahman | 6,5 |
Sudan Squad
Keepers:
Ali Abu-Eshrein (Al-Hilal), Mohamed Alandalus (Al-Wady FC), Monged Elneel (El Merriekh FC)
Defenders:
Mohamed Saeed (Al-Hilal), Altayeb Abaker (Al-Hilal), Mustafa Karshom (Al-Hilal), Yasser Awad (Al-Hilal), Bakhit Khamis (Ah-Ahli), Mazin Mohamedein (Al-Akhdar), Awad Zaid (Al-Merrikh SC), Faris Abdalla (Al-Hilal), Mohamed Kasri (Jamus FC)
Midfielders:
Mohamed Abuaagla (Al-Ahly), Walieldin Khidir (Al-Hilal), Abdelrazig Omer (Al-Hilal), Ammar Taifour (CS Sfaxien), Salaheldin Adil (Al-Hilal), Musa Hussein (Al-Merrikh SC), Sheddy Barglan (FC Den Bosch), Aamir Abdallah (Avondale FC)
Attackers:
Yasir Mozamil (Al-Hilal), Mohamed Abdelrahman (Al-Hilal), John Mano (Al-Akhdar), Mo Eisa (Uthai Thani), Al-Gozoli Nooh (Al-Merrikh SC), Abo Eisa (Chonburi FC), Muhamed Tia (Al-Merrikh SC)
Head Coach Sudan
James Kwesi Appiah, former Ghana international and national team coach, is no stranger to the African football stage. Known for his tactical insight and ability to build resilient teams, he declared with confidence: “Winning AFCON 2025 is my goal.” His experience and leadership will be vital if Sudan is to enjoy a successful tournament.
Star Player Sudan
Mohamed Abdelrahman has become an icon of Sudanese football, both at Al-Hilal Omdurman and with the national team. At club level, he has been one of the most prolific strikers of recent years, winning multiple Sudan Premier League and Sudan Cup titles, including the 2024/25 season, when Al Hilal Omdurman lifted both the Elite League and the Sudan Cup. He also reached a remarkable milestone by scoring over 100 goals in the Sudanese league, an achievement only few players in the country’s history can claim.
On the international stage, Abdelrahman has been just as crucial. During the AFCON 2025 qualifiers, he led the attack with key goals and decisive performances that helped Sudan secure their place at the tournament. His rare combination of scoring ability, leadership, and experience (both in domestic and continental football) makes him the standout star of the Falcons of Jediane.
Sudan AFCON History
Sudan is one of the founding nations of the AFCON, having participated in the very first tournament in 1957. In those early years, they played a prominent role, reaching the final three times and claiming their greatest triumph in 1970 when they lifted the trophy on home soil. That victory cemented Sudan’s lasting place in African football history.
Since those glory days, success has been harder to come by. For decades, Sudan endured inconsistent results, with only occasional qualifications and early exits. Yet the team always found its way back, driven by passion and a deep-rooted footballing culture.
Road to AFCON 2025
Sudan endured a turbulent yet ultimately successful qualification campaign for the Africa Cup 2025. With impressive results against African powerhouse Ghana and a solid draw against Angola, the Falcons of Jediane secured second place in their group. Despite a painful defeat to Niger, they collected enough points to qualify, showcasing their resilience and determination along the way.
| Wednesday 4 September 2024 | |
Sudan Niger | 1 0 |
| Sunday 8 September 2024 | |
 Angola Sudan | 2 1 |
| Thursday 10 October 2024 | |
 Ghana Sudan | 0 0 |
| Tuesday 15 October 2024 | |
| Sudan Ghana | 2 0 |
| Monday 11 November 2024 | |
| Niger Sudan | 4 0 |
| Tuesday 19 November 2024 | |
| Sudan Angola | 0 0 |
| Team | PTS | G | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angola | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | +3 |
| Sudan | 8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | -2 |
| Niger | 7 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | +1 |
| Ghana | 3 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | -4 |
Stats
Top Scorers
| Player | Goals | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Abo Eisa | 1 |
| 2. | Mustafa Karshoum | 1 |
| 3. | Mohamed Abdelrahman | 1 |
| 4. | Ahmed Al-Tash | 1 |
Assists
| Player | Assists | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ahmed Yousif | 1 |
Players Rating
| Player | Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mustafa Karshoum | 7,7 |
| 2. | Mohamed Mustafa | 7,3 |
| 3. | Mohamed Abuaagla | 7,2 |
| 4. | Ahmed Tabanja | 7,1 |
| 5. | Abdelrazig Omer | 7,0 |
| 6. | Ramadan Agab | 6,9 |
| 7. | Ahmed Al-Tash | 6,8 |
| 8. | Walieldin Khidir | 6,8 |
| 9. | Mohamed Saeed Ahmed | 6,8 |
| 10. | Mohamed Abdelrahman | 6,8 |