Football fans in Chad are buzzing with excitement. For the first time in five years, their national team is playing an official match on home soil. This long-awaited return is set for Thursday afternoon at the Marshal Idriss Déby Itno Olympic Stadium. The Lions of Chad will face Ghana in a crucial qualifier for the 2026 World Cup, kicking off at 2 PM.
To mark this special occasion, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a grand gesture. He bought all 30,000 tickets for the game. The stadium, which even bears his name, has a maximum capacity of exactly 30,000 supporters. This means a full house is guaranteed, ensuring a roaring welcome for the home team.
News of the president’s generosity came from the Ghanaian portal ‘3News’. It shows huge support for the Chadian squad. This game is more than just a match; it’s a celebration. It’s about pride and showing the world Chad is back in the international football scene.
Chad’s last official home game was way back on November 15, 2020. That day, they played Guinea to a 1-1 draw during the fourth round of the AFCON group stages. The team, currently ranked 175th by FIFA, hopes this return home will spark a new era of success.