Togo’s World Cup Qualifying Campaign Reignited with Historic Win Against Sudan

Match Overview

In a significant FIFA World Cup Qualifying CAF match, Togo faced Sudan on September 9, 2025, at the Stade de Kegue stadium in Lome, Togo. The game’s decisive moment came through Sadik Fofana, who found the back of the net.

Match Significance

This eighth round of the CAF 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers was particularly crucial, especially for the hosts who were seeking their first victory of the qualifying campaign. Sudan entered the match sitting third in Group B with 12 points, trailing second-placed Senegal by three points and leaders DR Congo by four, making this match vital for their World Cup aspirations.

Team Performances

Togo came into this match following a 2-0 defeat to Mauritania in their previous fixture. Prior to this victory, they had recorded three defeats and four draws, placing them fifth in Group B with just four points. Sudan’s campaign had started impressively with 10 points from their first 12 available, but their form had deteriorated with consecutive draws against Senegal and South Sudan in March, followed by a defeat to Senegal.

Looking Ahead

The race for the 2026 World Cup is now entering its crucial final stages. For Sudan, despite this setback, their World Cup qualification hopes remain alive with three matches left to play until mid-October. Under the management of Ghanaian James Kwesi Appiah, former coach of the Black Stars, Sudan maintains their ambitions despite this setback, with the manager’s extensive experience against Togo potentially playing a role in future encounters.