The Togolese Football Federation (FTF) has officially announced the appointment of Nibombe Dare as the new head coach of the national team, known as the Sparrowhawks.
This announcement, made during a press briefing this week at the FTF headquarters in Kégué, concludes weeks of speculation over who would succeed Paulo Duarte.
Dare, a former Togolese international player and UEFA Pro licence holder, is set to lead the team into the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers. His first match in charge will be a home fixture against Liberia in early September.
“This is the official announcement of his appointment. Nibombe Dare will be in Lomé very soon to discuss the terms of his contract before his official presentation,” FTF Secretary General Herve Agbodan told reporters.
While Dare’s appointment has been confirmed, the length of his contract remains undisclosed. The FTF stated that the details would be finalised upon Dare’s return to Lomé, with an official presentation ceremony to follow in the coming weeks.
The new coach was not present at the press briefing, but his imminent arrival in Lomé is expected to mark the beginning of a new era for Togolese football.
Dare’s appointment comes at a crucial time as Togo prepares for the TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 qualifiers. Fans and officials alike are hopeful that his experience as a player and his coaching qualifications will help elevate the national team’s performance on the continental stage.
The Sparrowhawks are aiming to make a significant impact in the upcoming qualifiers, and Dare’s leadership will be pivotal in achieving that goal.
As the nation eagerly awaits his arrival, the focus shifts to the preparations and strategies that Dare will implement to steer Togo towards success in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers.
