Gov’t Hires Special Flight For Scorpions’ Double-Header Against Côte D’ivoire

The government of The Gambia has chartered a special flight to transport the national team to Côte d’Ivoire and back in the Match Day 3 of the African Nations Cup qualifiers in Group C which opened in Bouake last night and ends on 17th November at the Independence Stadium.

A statement from the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MoYS) said the move is designed to allow the entire delegation to travel together, minimise unnecessary transit delays, avoid the inconvenience of multiple flight connections and greater flexibility in coordinating the team’s departure and arrival schedules.

“It also reduces travel fatigue, allows players to arrive with adequate time to rest and recover, and gives the technical team better control over the team’s preparation schedule. These considerations are particularly important in international competitions, where proper recovery, concentration and physical readiness can make a significant difference,” MoYS said.

It added that the decision reflects the government’s commitment to the welfare, preparation and overall performance of the national team, while ensuring a smooth, convenient and efficient transportation arrangement for the players, technical team and accompanying delegation.

The Gambia Football Federation expressed gratitude to the government for the gesture. Meanwhile the Scorpions were locking horns with Elephants as we went to press last night. Read the full match report and preview of the return leg on Monday.