CHAN 2024: Madagascar President Rewards, Promotes Warriors After Historic Second-Place Finish

CHAN 2024: Madagascar President Rewards, Promotes Warriors After Historic Second-Place Finish

Sampson Adedeji

The President of Madagascar has honoured the country’s CHAN 2024 team, popularly known as the Warriors, following their remarkable second-place finish at the just-concluded African Nations Championship, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

In a colourful ceremony held at the Presidential Palace in Antananarivo, the head of state applauded the team for making history and giving the nation something to be proud of on the continental stage.

The players, technical crew, and officials were decorated with national honours, with the President describing their achievement as “a victory for all Malagasy people.”

Beyond the awards, the President also announced cash rewards and housing packages for the entire squad.

For those among the team who are active members of the country’s armed forces, promotions were granted in recognition of their dual service both on the football pitch and in uniform.

 “Today, we are not just celebrating footballers,” the President declared.

“We are honouring men who have represented our country with courage, discipline, and passion. They are warriors in every sense of the word.”

Madagascar’s fairytale run at CHAN 2024 captured global attention as the team defied expectations to reach the final, stunning several established football nations along the way.

Although they narrowly lost the championship match, their resilience and determination earned them admiration from fans across Africa.

The ceremony ended with the players pledging their continued commitment to the growth of Malagasy football and national unity.