Togo, under the guidance of coach Didier Six, is determined to have a strong showing in the upcoming CAN and has implemented a thorough preparation program in anticipation of the tournament. The Togo Sparrowhawks, led by captain Shéyi Adébayor, aim to avoid an early exit and make a significant impact.
Didier Six emphasized the importance of managing the players’ workload during the preparation period, opting not to continually group them together for fear of fatigue. The coach plans to assess and select the best-performing players from a pool of 30 to 35 individuals.
As part of their preparations, Togo is scheduled to play three major friendly matches. They will face the Atlas Lions of Morocco on November 14 in Casablanca and travel to Oman at the end of December. These matches against teams from the Arab world aim to familiarize the Togolese players with the style of play prevalent in the Maghreb, anticipating their encounters with Algeria and Tunisia in the CAN.
To connect with their fans, the Sparrowhawks have a mid-January meeting scheduled in Lomé against a team from the sub-region. A victory in this match would boost morale as Togo sets its sights on a successful campaign in South Africa. Captain Shéyi Adébayor declared the team’s intention to compete with the aim of winning the CAN, showcasing the determination of the Togo Eperviers.
