AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Togo releases 25-man squad for Algeria matches

Togo's French head coach, Patrice Neveu, has announced a 25-player roster for the upcoming double-header against Algeria, scheduled for November 14 and 17, as part of the 3rd and 4th matchdays in Group I of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2027) qualifiers. According to the Togolese Football Federation, the selection blends experience and fresh talent, featuring a major new addition and several anticipated comebacks. Ahead of these fixtures, the squad will hold a training camp in Tunisia from November 9 to 12. The key highlight is the maiden call-up for Eintracht Frankfurt central defender Lilian Brassier. In addition, Kennedy Boateng and Augustin Drakpé return to the squad after recovering from injuries, whereas Kevin Boma misses out due to injury. Midfielder Bastou Djibril is also included in the list. In the group standings, Togo sits in second place with three points, tied with Zambia, trailing group leaders Algeria with four points, while Burundi brings up the rear with a single point.