Algeria Football: The wait is over for football lovers and fans of the Algerian team. Djamel Belmadi, the national coach, has lifted the veil on his list of 27 players who will represent Algeria at the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) in Ivory Coast. This announcement, made on December 29, 2023, sparked enthusiasm and excitement among Algerian supporters, eager to see their national heroes shine on the African stage.
Algeria: A Candidate for the Coronation
Algeria, which won the last edition of the CAN in 2019, presents itself as one of the favorite teams to win the continental title again this year. The national team’s impressive performances in recent international competitions have reinforced its reputation as a serious contender for the title.
Coach Djamel Belmadi has formed a solid and balanced team, made up of talented and experienced players. Among the team’s executives are well-known names, such as Riyad Mahrez, Youcef Atal, Islam Slimani, Baghdad Bounedjah, Ramy Bensebaini and Aissa Mandi. A highly anticipated return is that of Ismaël Bennacer, who was injured for much of the season, but is now ready to defend the colors of his country.
The Heroes of Ligue 1
Among the 27 players selected, six play in French Ligue 1, a championship renowned for its high level. This inclusion shows the importance of Algerian talents in European football. French fans will be happy to see Amine Gouiri, the Stade Rennais player, part of the national team. Anthony Mandrea, the SM Caen goalkeeper, also strengthens the presence of Ligue 1 in the Fennecs squad.
A Complete and Solid List
Here is the complete list of players selected to represent Algeria at CAN 2024:
Guardians:
- Anthony Mandrea (SM Caen)
- Raïs M’Bolhi (CR Belouizdad, ALG)
- Mustapha Benbot (USM Alger, ALG)
Defenders:
- Youcef Atal (OGC Nice)
- Kevin Guitoun (FC Metz)
- Rayan Aït-Nouri (Wolverhampton Wanderers, ANG)
- Yasser Larouci (Sheffield United, ANG)
- Aïssa Mandi (Villarreal, ESP)
- Mohamed Amine Tougaï (ES Tunis, TUN)
- Ramy Bensebaini (Borussia Dortmund, ALL)
- Ahmed Touba (Lecce, ITA)
- Zineddine Belaïd (USM Algiers, ALG)
Environments :
- Nabil Bentaleb (LOSC)
- Sofiane Feghouli (Fatih Karagümrük, TUR)
- Houssem Aouar (AS Roma, ITA)
- Farès Chaïbi (Eintracht Frankfurt, ALL)
- Ramiz Zerrouki (Feyenoord Rotterdam, PB)
- Hicham Boudaoui (OGC Nice)
- Ismaël Bennacer (AC Milan, ITA)
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A Promising Team
The list presented by Djamel Belmadi shows a well-balanced team, with a combination of players playing in different European championships, which should allow for a wide variety of playing styles and tactical approaches. Players from the French Ligue 1 will bring their experience of top-level competitions, while players from other European leagues will add their own quality touch.
CAN 2024 promises to be a fierce competition, with many talented teams in the running. The Fennecs of Algeria have shown that they are capable of competing with the best teams on the continent, and expectations are high for this edition.
The Dreams of a Whole People
The announcement of Algeria’s official roster for CAN 2024 sparked a wave of excitement and optimism among supporters. The Fennecs, under the leadership of Djamel Belmadi, are preparing to take up the challenge and represent their country with dignity on the African scene. Algeria have already proven themselves to be a world-class team, and the eyes of the world will be on them as they pursue their dream of continental conquest. Algerian fans hope that this edition of the CAN will be marked by success and that their national team will bring home the coveted trophy.
2023-12-30 15:22:15
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