Youssouf M’Changama, the iconic captain of the Comoros national football team, remains a key figure in Comorian football in 2025. At 34 years old, this experienced midfielder embodies both leadership and ambition for a squad dreaming of a historic qualification for the 2026 World Cup. The Comoros team enters these qualifiers confidently, leading their group ahead of prestigious opponents like Mali and Ghana.
Despite this positive momentum, M’Changama was forced to miss several important matches, including the qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, due to an injury sustained while playing for his Ligue 2 club, ESTAC Troyes. His absence weighed heavily on the team’s performance, especially in set-piece situations where he excels.
The Comorian captain remains an inspiring figure for younger players and a symbol of humility within the squad. He continues to carry the ambitions of Comoros high, calling for hard work to sustain this historic rise in the archipelago’s football. His role goes beyond the pitch as he mentors and shares experience with the new generation.
With many challenges ahead, Youssouf M’Changama represents the hope of Comorian football surpassing its limited resources to compete at the highest level. The 2025 season promises to be crucial, with the African football world keeping a close watch on this leader.
