The Togolese Football Federation (FTF) has announced the appointment of Coubadja Kader as interim coach of the national team, the Hawks. This decision, made public on Wednesday, August 7, comes as a provisional measure while the FTF finalizes the contract with the newly appointed head coach, Nibombé Daré.
Coubadja Kader, previously serving as an assistant coach, now assumes temporary leadership of the Togolese national team.
His interim role begins in earnest as the Hawks prepare to kick off their qualification campaign for the TotalEnergies Morocco CAN 2025.
The first test for Kader and the team is scheduled against Liberia on September 6 at the Kégué Stadium in Lomé.This match is set to commence at 4 p.m. GMT.
Following this, Togo will travel to face Equatorial Guinea at the Estadio de Malabo on September 9, with kick-off slated for 5:00 p.m. local time (4:00 p.m. GMT).
These initial fixtures will set the stage for a crucial phase in Togo’s quest for qualification to the continental tournament.
Under Kader’s guidance, the Hawks are eager to make a strong start in their qualifying campaign and establish momentum as they vie for a spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
The appointment of Coubadja Kader as interim coach reflects the FTF’s commitment to ensuring stability and effective leadership during this transitional period.
The federation is expected to finalize the terms of Daré’s contract shortly, at which point he will take over the reins permanently.
Kader’s experience and familiarity with the team are anticipated to be beneficial as the Hawks embark on their qualification journey.
The upcoming matches will be pivotal in shaping the team’s prospects for success in the tournament.
As the team prepares for these critical encounters, there is a sense of anticipation and optimism surrounding the national squad’s prospects under the interim coach.
The results of these early qualifiers will be instrumental in setting the tone for Togo’s campaign and determining their path to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
