The Barea have finally found the missing piece in their staff: a butcher. The Malagasy Football Federation (FMF) and the coach have made a questionable decision by calling up Zacharie Boucher as a third goalkeeper. This is the same player who famously declared in 2018 that he had no connection to Madagascar and would refuse any call-up.
It is difficult to understand the coach’s choice. With a crucial match against Nigeria approaching, calling up a 4th-division player who hasn’t played a match in two years is baffling, especially when proven talents like Adrien Melvin and Sonny Laiton are available. The team’s current record is disastrous, with only one goal scored and eleven conceded in three matches.
The upcoming clash against the Super Eagles, featuring stars like Lookman and Osimhen, looks grim. The team lacks structure and homogeneity, and the glory days of the 2019 AFCON victory against Nigeria seem like a distant memory. The national team should not be a dumping ground for players who only show interest when it suits their careers. Without passion and a true love for the jersey, the Barea risk further decline.
Captured & Published at: 2026-09-19 05:39:12 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
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