Goal.com · Mar 29, 2021
Gambia extend Saintfiet contract after historic Afcon feat
The Gambia Football Federation has extended the contract of coach Tom Saintfiet by five years following his recent exploits, with the new deal running through the end of May 2026.
Saintfiet, 48, helped the Scorpions end their wait for a maiden appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations thanks to their 1-0 defeat of Angola in Bakau.
The Belgian was appointed as head coach of the West African country in July 2018 after previously managing Namibia, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Malawi and Togo.
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Speaking at the signing ceremony, Gambian football president Lamin Kaba Bajo said it was the right time to extend the deal, after the coach helped the country achieve a significant achievement.