Togo boasts a promising generation of young footballers, and three players stand out for their talent and contributions to the national team. Let’s take a closer look at these rising stars:
- Djene Dakonam:
- Club: Coton Sport de Garoua (Cameroon).
- Position: Defender (left back).
- Notable Achievements: Revelatory performance in the recent African Cup of Nations (CAN) 2013, attracting interest from European clubs such as Monaco (France), Friborg, and Hamburg (Germany).
- Athletic Qualities: Known for his athleticism, versatility, and positive aggression on the field.
- Background: Started his career at Jouvenceaux de Batome in Adidogome, Lomé. Passed through Etoile Filante de Lomé before joining Coton Sport de Garoua.
- Womé Dové:
- Club: Free State Stars (South Africa).
- Position: Midfielder/Forward.
- Notable Achievements: Played for Maranatha de Fiokpo in Togo’s first division, champion with Maranatha, and joined Free State Stars in South Africa. Scored six goals in the current season.
- Skills: Known for his twirling and fine technique, capable of changing the course of a game. Relied upon by Free State Stars for his goal-scoring ability.
- Background: Trained at Batomé club in Adidogomé and later at Libertys training center in Agbodrafor.
- Atakora Lalawelé:
- Club: AIK Stockholm (Sweden).
- Position: Midfielder/Forward.
- Notable Achievements: Voted the best player of AIK Stockholm during the Europa League match against Napoli. Played in the group stage of a European competition, showcasing his talent.
- Background: Former resident of Liberty d’Agbodrafor, finalist in the CAN cadets in 2007, and winner of the Uefoa Cup in Nigeria. Played for Fredrikstad in Norway before joining AIK Stockholm.
- Future Plans: A permanent starter in Sweden, Atakora Lalawelé looks forward to the summer transfer window to explore opportunities in Germany.
These three players represent the new generation of Togolese football talent, contributing both domestically and internationally.
