The Sparrowhawks of Togo struck early and never looked back, sealing Sudan’s World Cup exit with a gritty 1-0 triumph in Lomé.

The decisive blow came in just the sixth minute, when Sadik Fofana calmly finished off a clever pass from Karim Dermane, sending the home crowd into raptures. From that moment, Togo managed the game with discipline, denying Sudan any room to breathe.

The Falcons of Jadyan, who arrived in Lomé still nursing faint hopes of qualification, endured a night of frustration. Their attacking spark was dimmed, failing to register a single shot on target. To make matters worse, an early yellow card for Mohamed Erneq in the fourth minute set a difficult tone for the visitors.

Togo, meanwhile, stayed compact and composed. Even when Yaw Annor picked up a late booking, the Sparrowhawks stood tall until the final whistle, protecting their slender lead with unwavering determination.

The victory officially ends Sudan’s quest for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leaving them only pride to fight for in the remaining fixtures. For Togo, however, it was a morale-boosting win — proof that even in a tough group, they still soar with resilience.