S Korea V Togo

bohsman · 13-06-2006 8:51am #1

Togos would appear dead and buried coming into their first world cup without a coach, rumours that he had returned appear denied by a Togo government official. Easy victory for Korea?

From Betfair

Togo's preparations were thrown into chaos and confusion again 24 hours ahead of their World Cup bow against South Korea.

It was widely believed Otto Pfister would return as head coach but mystery now surrounds his re-appointment with conflicting signals coming from the Africans.

Pfister has received a fax offering him his job back after he sensationally quit at the weekend. However, a high-ranking government official has apparently stated his re-appointment will not occur.

redspider · 13-06-2006 10:33am

They have a replacement coach, the 'white' chap that used to coach Nigeria. I think he's a German.

But regardless of that, is this match going to hold any interest for viewers in Ireland and any interest for people on boards.ie? Even the most addicted of football fanatics will probably give this match a 'highlights/goals' only treatment. Its going to take a helluva lot of exciting football in this match for there to be any interest at all. A 6 goal thriller will help .... 0-0 ... hmmm

This post may be the last on this thread ......

we'll see,

redspider

herbieflowers · 13-06-2006 10:35am

Could be a good game, I'm sure there will be some good attacking football! As for last post in this thread - muwhahaha!

Ponster · 13-06-2006 1:32pm

Go Togo Go !!!

fine goal

MrJoeSoap · 13-06-2006 1:42pm

redspider wrote:

They have a replacement coach, the 'white' chap that used to coach Nigeria. I think he's a German.

Pfister is back in charge for this game, I think you meant Winfried Schafer who managed Cameroon against Ireland? There wer rumours about him taking over but apparently he rejected the offer.

As for the game, it hasn't been great but one superb finish has really lit it up.

Edit: Excellent save from a Togo free-kick there.