Chan 2024: Samia Suluhu promises 1 billion of the Tanzanian national team
On the occasion of Chan 2024, organized in East Africa, the Tanzanian president Samia Suluhu Hassan spoke to inspire the stars of Taifa with an extraordinary bonus.
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Even if she was absent from the opening ceremony, the head of state made a lasting impression with his strong commitment to local football: nearly $ 400,000 (or 1 billion Tanzanian shillings) if the national team wins the tournament. This announcement sent a spell of positive energy through the team.
“”It’s not just another tournament. It’s a chance to make history. Thanks to this promise, each player feels even more invested,“said national coach Hemed Suleiman.
A convincing beginning against Burkina Faso
Supported by the presidential incentive, Tanzania launched its campaign in style with a 2-0 victory against Burkina Faso in Dar es Salaam. Enough to feed great ambitions for the rest of the competition.
For this very first edition of Chan held in East Africa, Tanzania is determined to shine on the ground at home. And the Tanzanian government has no effort to create an environment conducive to high performance. With nearly $ 400,000 to win, Taifa stars have an additional motivation to continue the very first Chan title in their history. Now the ball is in their courtyard.
