Togo’s national football team, the Sparrowhawks, is gearing up for the next phase of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers with crucial matches against South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in June. The Togolese Football Federation (FTF) has revealed that the list of selected players will be announced on Thursday, May 23.
In a press conference scheduled at the FTF headquarters, head coach Paulo Duarte will disclose the names of the players who will represent Togo in these important fixtures.
The squad will begin their training camp on May 29 to prepare for the upcoming challenges.
Togo will host South Sudan in Kegué on June 5, followed by an away match against the DRC in Kinshasa on June 9.
These matches are critical as Togo seeks to improve their standing in Group B of the World Cup qualifiers.
So far, the Sparrowhawks have garnered two points from their first two matches in the group.
They played to a 1-1 draw with Sudan and held Senegal to a goalless draw.
These results place Togo in a position where victories in the upcoming matches are essential for their progression in the qualifiers.
Coach Paulo Duarte is expected to build on the resilience shown by his team in the initial matches.
The announcement of the squad will be keenly watched by fans and analysts alike, as it will provide insights into Duarte’s strategy and the players he believes can deliver the necessary results.
The forthcoming fixtures are seen as a significant opportunity for Togo to assert their presence in the World Cup qualifiers.
A strong performance against South Sudan and the DRC could propel the Sparrowhawks into a more favorable position within their group, enhancing their chances of reaching the next stage of the competition.
As anticipation builds, the Togolese football community is hopeful that the selected squad will rise to the occasion, bringing both pride and success to the nation.
