There is a massive difference between the 2010 Black Stars squad and the current squad” – Niger coach Badou Zaki

Badou, the head coach of the Niger national team, has voiced concerns regarding the recent decline of the Black Stars following their last two matches.

The four-time African champions faced a disappointing 1-0 loss at home against Angola's Black Antelopes in their AFCON 2025 qualifiers, followed by a 1-1 draw with Niger's Menas in Morocco.

They Black Stars have had a tough time on the international stage, managing to secure only two victories in their last ten games this year.