The situation regarding Emmanuel Adebayor’s participation in the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) with the Togo national team appears to be uncertain and complicated. Here are the key points from the latest reports:
- Adebayor’s Withdrawal: According to reports from L’Equipe, Emmanuel Adebayor has informed Togo’s coach, Didier Six, that he will not be participating in the CAN.
- List Discrepancies: There are discrepancies reported between the list of 23 players submitted by Didier Six to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the list that Adebayor saw. This discrepancy might be a factor in his decision to withdraw.
- Uneasiness and Criticism: The uncertainty and alleged irregularities in the squad list have caused uneasiness within the Togo national team. Senah Mango, another player, has criticized the leadership of Togolese football regarding the squad selection process.
- President’s Intervention: Despite efforts by Togo’s President, Faure Gnassingbé, to bring back Emmanuel Adebayor to the national team, the player seems to have decided not to participate.
- Impact on Togo’s Campaign: Adebayor’s potential withdrawal is seen as a significant blow to Togo’s chances in the competition, especially as they are drawn in a tough group with Ivory Coast, Tunisia, and Algeria.
Disputes and uncertainties surrounding squad selections are unfortunately not uncommon in football, and they can have significant consequences on a team’s performance in a major tournament. The conflicting reports and player withdrawals could impact Togo’s preparations and dynamics for the upcoming CAN.
