Rivers United’s Yaovi Douhadji has joined the Togo national team in preparation for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Tunisia.
The defender had his first training with the 25-man squad early this week at the Stade de Kegue in Lome and will later with the rest of the team travel to Tunisia for the opener.
“We trained on (Monday) but it was just a light session. The real business will begin on Tuesday,” Douhadji told Rivers United media. “It is important that we win the upcoming qualifying matches against Tunisia.
“The coach (Saintfiet) trusts me. He likes my physical presence and he also told me that I am a good defender. The fans have been waiting for me to receive an invitation to play for the national team because they know I can contribute positively.
“I am keen to help my country win those two qualifying games against Tunisia.”
The Sparrow Hawks are top of Group A. They face Tunisia on March 25 at the Stade Olympique de Radès, Radès and will later travel to Stade de Kégué, Lomé on March 29.
