Officially: Aliou Cissé Appointed Angola National Team Coach
T.E (Elbotola)
09 April 2026at16:43
The Angolan Football Federation announced on Thursday the appointment of Senegalese Aliou Cissé as the new head coach of the senior national team.
This move comes less than 24 hours after Cissé announced his departure from coaching the Libyan national team, despite his contract having been set to run until 2027.
Cissé replaces French coach Patrice Beaumelle at the helm of the Angolan national team. Beaumelle left his position to embark on a new experience with Tunisian club Espérance Sportive de Tunis, following a disappointing performance in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where the team exited the competition from the group stage.
Q&A
Who has been appointed as the new coach for the Angola national team?
Aliou Cissé has been officially appointed as the new head coach for the Angolan senior national team. This announcement by the Angolan Football Federation follows his recent departure from another national team, marking a swift transition into his new role.
Why did Patrice Beaumelle leave his position as Angola's coach?
Patrice Beaumelle departed as Angola's coach to pursue a new opportunity with a Tunisian club. His exit followed the team's disappointing performance in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where they were eliminated during the group stage.
What makes Aliou Cissé's appointment to Angola's national team notable?
Aliou Cissé's appointment is notable because it occurred less than 24 hours after he announced his departure from coaching the Libyan national team. This quick transition is significant, especially considering his previous contract was set to run for several more years.
