WORLD CUP 2014: THE SELECTION OF BENIN TO FACE RWANDA

Benin’s national football team, known as the Squirrels, has announced its squad for the upcoming friendly against Rwanda. Despite featuring a few senior players such as Sessegnon, Ogoubiyi, and Omotoyossi, the majority of the squad is composed of young players. With Benin already eliminated from the 2014 World Cup qualification, the friendly provides an opportunity for experimentation and the introduction of new talents.

The match against Rwanda is scheduled for Sunday, September 8. Here is the list of players selected by coach Omar Tchomogo:

Goalkeepers:

1. Saturnin Allagbé
2. Farnolle Fabien
3. Steve Glodjinon

Defenders:

1. Anicet Adjamonssi
2. Fousseni Lazadi
3. Olou Oscar
4. Reda Johnson
5. Jordan Adéotie
6. Barazé Seibou
7. Emmanuel Imorou

Midfielders:

1. Koukou Djiman
2. Seidath Tchomogo
3. Mouri Ogoubiyi
4. Jordel Dossou
5. Naim Djibril
6. Bello Babatounde
7. David Gigla
8. William Dassagaté

Forwards:

1. Stephane Sessegnon
2. Rudy Gestade
3. Razack Omotoyossi
4. Aoudou Mohamed