JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia – The Algerian national football team, affectionately known as “Les Verts” (The Greens), secured a comfortable 3-1 victory over Zimbabwe in a friendly match held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Thursday evening.
The match served as valuable preparation for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2025, and provided coach Petkovic with an opportunity to assess his squad’s readiness.
Algeria asserted their dominance early in the first half. Captain Baghdad Bounedjah opened the scoring in the 14th minute, demonstrating his leadership and clinical finishing. Mohamed Amoura extended the lead in the 40th minute with a well-taken goal, further solidifying Algeria’s control of the game.
Just before the halftime whistle, Hadjam added a third goal in the 45th minute, leaving Zimbabwe with a mountain to climb in the second half. The first half performance showcased Algeria’s attacking prowess and cohesive teamwork.
While Zimbabwe managed to pull one goal back, it was not enough to threaten Algeria’s commanding lead. The match concluded with a decisive 3-1 victory for Les Verts. This win will undoubtedly boost the team’s morale as they continue their preparations for the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations.
Coach Petkovic will be pleased with his team’s performance, particularly the efficiency in front of goal and the overall control of the match. The friendly provided valuable insights and opportunities for fine-tuning strategies ahead of the continental tournament.
