Juba, South Sudan- South Sudan U23 head coach Simon James Yor has named a 29-man provisional squad for the upcoming two-legged encounter against Senegal U23 in the qualifying campaign for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
The Bright Stars will host Senegal in Juba on Monday, 9 November 2026, before travelling to Dakar for the return fixture on Tuesday, 17 November 2026.
The squad features players from several domestic clubs, alongside talents based abroad, as South Sudan prepare for a challenging test against the West African side.
Jamus SC, Kator FC among key contributors
Jamus SC and Kator FC are among the clubs represented in the squad, with several players earning provisional selection.
Goalkeepers Madut Nyuol Chol of Jamus SC, Nasona Victor Elia of Atla Bara FC, Nicolas Mawa of Munuki SC and Tumla William of Al Ghazalla Wau have been included.
The defensive department features Emmanuel Mubarak Melle and Falx Obama James of Jamus SC, Fila Adut of Munuki SC, and Emmanuel Maku Michael of Kator FC, among others.
In midfield, Jamus SC's Majak Simon Bol joins Goah Nguany (Silva) of Kator FC and Emmanuel Makeny of Munuki SC. Holy Family's John Juluk and Nhiak Agany are also included.
The forward line includes Kator FC trio Pap Chol Major, Patrick Oulo and Marial Santos Agok, alongside Omer Junior and Christopher Nyang Angon of Atlah Barah.
A crucial test on the road to Los Angeles 2028
The two fixtures will offer South Sudan an important opportunity to advance their Olympic qualification ambitions against Senegal, a side with a strong footballing tradition.
With the first leg scheduled in Juba, the Bright Stars will look to make home advantage count before facing the challenge of the return encounter in Dakar.
The 29-man list is provisional, with the final matchday squad expected to be confirmed ahead of the opening fixture.
Sports Hunter South Sudan will continue to follow the Bright Stars' preparations for the crucial double-header.
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