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Agassa: The World Cup trumps them all

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 11:47:00 GMT

Goalkeeper Kossi Agassa talks to FIFA.com about Reims' promotion push, his memories of playing at Germany 2006 and desire to help Togo return to the world stage in 2014.

Blatter sends condolences to Togo

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 19:05:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has sent his condolences to Togo's footballing community after a terrible bus accident occurred on Saturday 26 November, involving the Etoile Filante de Lome club.

Adebayor leads Togo as minnows fall

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:51:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor returned to the Togo side to help them become one of ten teams into the group stage of African qualifying for Brazil 2014, which also included Kenya, who eased by Seychelles.

Africa's away teams find joy

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:17:00 GMT

On the first matchday in the African Zone of Brazil 2014 qualifying, scores favoured the away teams as six out of the ten won on a goal-laden day for travellers.

Adebayor available again for Togo

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 12:31:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor has come out of international retirement, with the Tottenham Hotspur striker throwing his hat into the ring for Togo selection once again after quitting 18 months ago.

First roll of the dice for African hopefuls

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:22:00 GMT

The long road to Brazil commences in Africa on Friday as the first round of qualifying kicks off featuring 22 teams, each seeking to keep their 2014 FIFA World Cup™ dreams alive.

Africa sets off on road to Brazil

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 07:38:00 GMT

The long journey for African representatives aiming to reach Brazil 2014 commences this weekend with 22 nations participating in Round One.

Expectations thrown in African whirlwind

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 01:26:00 GMT

Nigeria and South Africa will join Egypt and Cameroon on the outside of the continental championship as they both stumbled at home, while the likes of Niger and Libya confirmed unlikely spots in the finals.

Eight qualify but big boys are denied

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 19:59:00 GMT

A dramatic day of 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying action ended with elimination for Nigeria and South Africa, while Angola, Ghana and Tunisia were among those who ensured themselves a place at the tournament.

All to play for on Africa’s final weekend

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:42:00 GMT

Qualifying for the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations concludes this weekend with big guns Nigeria and South Africa needing to make up ground to reach the finals, and a host of outsiders aiming to make a bit of history.

Redknapp: Adebayor will be respectful

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:34:00 GMT

Harry Redknapp has said he doesn't expect a repeat of Emmanuel Adebayor's celebratory antics should he score against former club Arsenal, after sparking a furore by goading fans when at Manchester City.

Spain regain top amid significant movement

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT

After just a one-month hiatus, Spain replaced the Netherlands at the top of the global ladder, while Uruguay and Portugal leapt into fourth and fifth respectively amid significant change.

Duo qualify as final day looms

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 03:43:00 GMT

Senegal and Burkina Faso were the big winners over the weekend as the pair booked passage to the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, but seven groups remain up for grabs with one qualifying round to go.

Niger edge closer, Uganda stumble

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 19:35:00 GMT

Niger edged closer to qualifying for next year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations with a win over South Africa, while Uganda lost to Angola and Nigeria beat Madagascar.

Burkinabe through, Egypt crash out

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 21:26:00 GMT

Burkina Faso booked their place at the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, while defending champions Egypt crashed out to Sierra Leone.

Do or die weekend in Africa

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 06:57:00 GMT

With all but a handful of teams still in the running to reach the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, the continent is set for what should be a dramatic few days of qualifiers this weekend.

Spurs snap up Adebayor on loan

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:50:00 GMT

Out of favour Manchester City forward Emmanuel Adebayor has been sent out on loan for the rest of the Premier League season to Tottenham Hotspur.

Le Roy: Congo deserves to qualify

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:45:00 GMT

"My goal is to qualify the Leopards for the World Cup 2014 in Brazil, one must not be afraid to say it," Congo DR coach Claude Le Roy.

Cameroon favourites to progress

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 09:43:00 GMT

In what could be a keenly contested Group I, once the first round qualifiers are decided, Cameroon and Libya will look to overcome recent inconsistencies to force their way through to the final qualifying round.

Hard road ahead for African favourites

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 23:05:00 GMT

Continental giants Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire were handed tough-looking tasks on the path to Brazil 2014, while the 2010 FIFA World Cup hosts South Africa have a regional derby on their hands against Botswana.

Adebayor would relish return to Madrid

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:59:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor has explained his desire to make a return to Real Madrid, where he was on loan last season, showering praise on coach Jose Mourinho for the help he provided.

Kanu tribute brings luminaries, memories

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 09:24:00 GMT

An incredible collection of African football icons came out to help Nigeria's Nwankwo Kanu bid farewell to international football in Lagos over the weekend.

Ronaldo breaks record as Real run riot

Sat, 21 May 2011 21:46:00 GMT

Real Madrid rounded off their season with an emphatic 8-1 win over relegated Almeria, with Emmanuel Adebayor registering a hat-trick and Cristiano Ronaldo becoming the outright record scorer in a La Liga season.

Adebayor eyes permanent Real move

Fri, 20 May 2011 13:04:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor has not given up hope on seeing his loan move to Real Madrid from Manchester City turn into a permanent move, saying he would be willing to take a pay-cut to join Los Blancos.

Adebayor answers Togo call

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 19:09:00 GMT

Real Madrid striker Emmanuel Adebayor makes his international comeback for Togo in Sunday's CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Malawi.

Adebayor hopes for Real stay

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 16:04:00 GMT

Striker Emmanuel Adebayor says he intends to do everything he can to remain at Real Madrid beyond his current loan deal, and insists the team can still challenge for honours this season.

Froger swaps Togo for Nimes

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:39:00 GMT

French second division side Nimes have announced the appointment of former Togo coach Thierry Froger.

Froger resigns from Togo post

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 03:34:00 GMT

Togo have parted company with national team coach Thierry Froger, after the Frenchman tended his resignation, citing personal reasons as the cause, having joining the side in June on an 18-month contract.

Happy birthday to you!

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 08:38:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks ahead to the some of the big-name birthdays in the football world in our regular Sunday feature, including the likes of legendary players Dennis Law and Ronnie Hellstrom.

Success for Sweden, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 23:49:00 GMT

In an abbreviated list of international matches across Europe on Tuesday, there were wins for Sweden and Ghana under new coach Goran Stevanovic, while Côte d'Ivoire were also victorious with Didier Drogba returning to their line-up.

Stevanovic set for bow, Botswana seek lift

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 11:08:00 GMT

Sulley Muntari is poised to feature against Togo in Goran Stevanovic’s debut as Ghana coach, while a strong Côte d'Ivoire side face Mali and Botswana chase a confidence boost in Mozambique.

Togo looking forward again

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 14:09:00 GMT

Komla Kuma Ameyi took over the post of Togo Football Association (FTF) president last November and is hoping to point the country's football in the right direction after several years of uncertainty.

Mourinho happy to have Adebayor

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 21:29:00 GMT

Jose Mourinho has expressed his delight at the loan signing of striker Emmanuel Adebayor from Manchester City and believes the Togo international will have no problems settling in at the Bernabeu.

Mancini lauds Dzeko, City firepower

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 16:55:00 GMT

Roberto Mancini has hailed new signing Edin Dzeko as one of the Europe’s top strikers, discussed how the Bosnian will fit in at Manchester City, and revelled in the attacking quality he now has at his disposal.

Boukari signs for Rennes

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 19:26:00 GMT

Togolese international striker Razak Boukari has signed a four-and-a-half year deal with Rennes on Monday from French first division rivals Lens.

Forever in our thoughts and hearts

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 07:41:00 GMT

With 2010 drawing quickly to a close, FIFA.com takes a sombre moment to honour those members of the football family who passed in this historic year.

Botswana beat Tunisia to move clear

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 21:26:00 GMT

Jerome Ramatlhakwane's goal gave Botswana a 1-0 win over Tunisia and moved the hosts six points clear in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Group K, Togo and Chad drawing 0-0 in the other fixture.

Obilale to receive USD 100,000 from FIFA

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 16:06:00 GMT

FIFA is to donate a sum of USD 100,000 to Togo goalkeeper Kodjovi Obilale, gravely injured during an attack on his team's bus in January.

Togolese FA faces suspension unless elections are held by 6 November

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 16:23:00 GMT

The FIFA Emergency Committee has accepted the request of the Togolese Football Association (FTF) to extend the deadline to hold elections of the FTF until 6 November 2010 at the latest.

Favourites look for revival

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 18:52:00 GMT

The North African trio of Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco look to get their qualifying campaigns back on track this weekend, while Javier Clemente leads Cameroon on a tricky trip to DR Congo.

Stars, shocks and a sacking in Africa

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 12:51:00 GMT

Rabah Saadane found himself out of a job after a weekend of Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers that also ended in disappointment for Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.

Africa's big guns secure qualifying wins

Sun, 05 Sep 2010 09:41:00 GMT

Heavyweights Cameroon and Côte d'Ivoire got their 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign off to winning starts, but Mali and Togo struggled in the race to reach Equatorial Guinea and Gabon.

Giants begin journey to 2012

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:44:00 GMT

Algeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa and Zambia will get their qualifying campaigns underway with easy home games, while Congo DR and Senegal will collide in the pick of the weekend’s fixtures.

Adebayor could make Togo return

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 10:40:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor has admitted he would be willing to come out of international retirement if football in Togo started to organise itself in a more professional manner.

Nations Cup upstarts Botswana visit Malawi

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 08:33:00 GMT

Botswana travel to Malawi in the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on Wednesday knowing victory would give them a realistic hope of a maiden qualification.

Botswana stun Tunisia, Togo draw in Chad

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 14:42:00 GMT

Botswana snatched a stunning 1-0 away triumph over Tunisia as the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying competition kicked off.

Coach quits Togo post for Creteil

Tue, 25 May 2010 19:26:00 GMT

Hubert Velud resigned as Togo national coach on Tuesday to take over at French Third Division side Creteil, the club announced.

African journalists train for the FIFA World Cup

Mon, 10 May 2010 19:20:00 GMT

As part of a programme run by the AFP Foundation and financed by FIFA, some 270 African sports journalists, editors and photographers attended a training programme which concluded on 5 May 2010.

CAF, Togo FA reach agreement

Fri, 07 May 2010 18:09:00 GMT

CAF and Togo's FA have reached an agreement in relation to a dispute over the decision to exclude Togo from the next two CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Adebayor retires from Togo

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 18:22:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor retired from international duty on Monday, saying he was "haunted" by the attack on Togo's team bus at the Cup of Nations.