Burkina Faso head coach Amir Abdou clarified his approach during Monday’s press conference amid the FIFA international break.
True to his principles of rigor, he emphasized: “I’m not here to please anyone. I am here to work, and no one can influence my decisions. I do not call up a player just because his agent called me. Not even the president of the Burkinabe Football Federation can force a player on me if he is not performing. A spot on the national team must be earned.”
This firm statement sends a clear message to dual nationals, agents, and governing bodies. Only current form matters.
By placing work ethic above personal connections, Amir Abdou reaffirms that the Étalons jersey remains a privilege earned on the field, not in the boardroom.
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