The Angola national football team, known as the Palancas Negras (Black Sable Antelopes), represents Angola in international competition. Governed by the Angolan Football Federation, the team plays its home matches at the Estádio 11 de Novembro in Luanda. Angola's football history is marked by a steady rise, with their most iconic achievement being qualification for the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, a landmark moment for the nation. The team has also been a regular participant in the Africa Cup of Nations, with their best run coming in 2008 and 2010 when they reached the quarter-finals. The modern squad features talents playing across Europe and Africa, known for their technical skill and physicality. The team enjoys massive support at home, symbolizing national pride and unity. The Palancas Negras continue to strive for consistency, aiming to return to the World Cup stage and become a perennial force in African football.