Togo’s national football team coach, Nibombé Daré, finds himself under scrutiny following the Hawks’ failure to secure a spot in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025. In a meeting convened by the Togolese Football Federation (FTF), questions about Daré’s future were raised as the federation reviewed the team’s disappointing campaign.
Competing in Group E, considered relatively manageable with Algeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Liberia, Togo finished third, falling short of qualification.
The team’s performance across the six matches highlighted their struggles, with only one victory, two draws, and three defeats.
The Hawks opened their qualifiers with a 2-2 draw against Liberia at the Kégué Stadium, followed by another 2-2 result away to Equatorial Guinea.
However, they suffered three defeats, including both fixtures against Algeria and a crucial fifth-round loss to Liberia.
Their sole victory, a 1-0 win over Equatorial Guinea on the final matchday, came too late to salvage their campaign.
Last Thursday, the FTF’s executive committee met with Daré to review his tenure.
According to sources, the federation expressed dissatisfaction with the team’s results, noting the inability to meet expectations in a group that offered opportunities for qualification.
A formal report of their findings and concerns will be submitted to the Ministry of Sports, which oversees the national team.
The federation’s decision to escalate the matter to the ministry leaves Daré’s position in limbo.
The Ministry of Sports will ultimately decide whether the coach will continue to lead the Hawks or face dismissal for his perceived underperformance.
Nibombé Daré, who took on his first major coaching role with the Togolese national team, now awaits the ministry’s verdict on his future.
As the nation grapples with another AFCON absence, pressure mounts for accountability and a fresh direction for Togo’s football ambitions.
