AFCON Qualifiers: Togo captain Djené Dakonam eyes strong performance against Algeria

As Togo prepares for a crucial double-header against Algeria in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, team captain Djené Dakonam has outlined his squad's determination. Speaking from their training camp in Tunisia, the defender emphasized that the Eperviers are not traveling to Algeria to act as spectators. Dakonam stressed that collective discipline and a solid performance on both ends of the pitch will be vital to matching their opponents. He encouraged his teammates to remain calm, reminding them that the outcome will be decided by eleven players against eleven on the field. Following a previous defeat against Zambia, Togo is eager to secure points to keep their qualification hopes alive. The first leg will be held on November 14 in Tizi Ouzou, with the return leg taking place in Lome on November 17.