AFCON 2015 Qualifiers: Togo Seeking First Points Against Uganda in Kampala
After two consecutive losses, Togo’s national team, the Hawks, are aiming for a turnaround as they face Uganda on Saturday in Matchday 3 of the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The match will take place at the Nelson Mandela National Stadium in Namboole, Kampala.
✈️ Togo’s Arrival and Preparation
The team left Lomé this morning and checked in at the Imperial Royal Hotel in Kampala.
Captain Emmanuel Adebayor traveled independently and joined the team later.
The squad conducted a pre-match reconnaissance session on the pitch Friday evening.
🧤 Goalkeeping Shakeup
With regular goalkeeper Kossi Agassa out due to a shoulder injury, Yacoubou Nouridine of Semassi is expected to make his senior debut in goal.
🔍 Togo’s Probable Starting XI (3-5-2)
🏟 Uganda’s Probable XI (4-3-3)
📉 Togo’s Situation
Bottom of the group with 0 points from two matches.
Desperately need at least a draw to remain in contention for qualification.
🧳 Togo Squad in Kampala
Goalkeepers:
Djehani N’Guissan
Yacoubou Nouridine
Defenders:
Sadat Ouro-Akoriko
Djene Dakonam
Serge Akakpo
Kossivi Nouwoklo
Kokou Donou
Tawali Magnima
Mawouna Amevor
Alban Sabah
Midfielders:
Alaixys Romao
Farid Zato
Serge Gakpé
Dove Wome
Prince Ségbéfia
Lalawele Atakora
Forwards:
Jonathan Ayité
Camaldine Abraw
Fodoh Laba
Emmanuel Adebayor
Togo faces a high-stakes match and will rely heavily on Adebayor’s leadership and a revamped squad to earn a crucial result away from home.
