Algeria Held to One by Togo

Sofiane Hanni scored the only goal of the match against Togo, to ensure three points for Algeria in their first match in group D of the African Cup of Nations qualifications. Lucas Alcaraz opted to make no changes to his side which defeated Guinea 2-1 on Wednesday night. Algeria started the game lively as Hanni…

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Newcastle in talks with £15m Montpellier midfielder Boudebouz

Premier League side Newcastle United have opened negotiations with Montpellier over signing Algerian playmaker Ryad Boudebouz this summer, according to French media outlet Canal+. The 27-year-old has had a fantastic season in Ligue 1 with 11 goals and 9 assists in the French League, but is said to be looking for a new club in…

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Brahimi set to leave Porto this summer

Algeria forward Yacine Brahimi is set to leave FC Porto this summer, according to Portuguese source A Bola. Porto are reportedly willing to sell Brahimi in the summer transfer window as the club have to sell players in order to meet Financial Fair Play regulations. Brahimi has a £52million release clause in his contract, but Porto…

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Alcaraz and Zetchi show we can only be positive about Algeria’s future

It is time to stop moaning and start giving credit to the Algerian national team. After a disastrous Africa Cup of Nations campaign, it’s time to be positive again. New president. New manager. New era. There are some people that are always looking for something to complain about, but there’s nothing you can do about…

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First Match First Win for Alcaraz

Lucas Alcaraz earned his first win in his first match as the new Algerian national team manager, thanks to a 2-1 victory over Guinea. It was the Desert Foxes who took the lead in the first half through Sofiane Hanni. The visitors equalised in the second with a goal from substitute Camara Demba. It was…

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