Algerian national team defender Achraf Abada has expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance in the group stage of the Arab Cup in Qatar. In an interview, Abada highlighted the team’s strong showing and consistent play against formidable opponents like Sudan, Bahrain, and Iraq, which led to their qualification for the quarter-finals.
Abada emphasized the players’ awareness of the responsibility they carry, stating that the team entered the competition with a strong determination to defend their Arab Cup title. He believes this resolve is reflected in the results achieved so far. He also pointed out that the team boasted the best defense in the first round, conceding only one goal.
“This defensive strength is due to the players’ experience and the continuous hard work during training,” Abada noted. He also attributed his own good form to the strong team spirit that characterizes the squad. “My personal performance is a direct result of the cohesive unit we have,” he added.
The defender also expressed his gratitude to the Algerian fans for their unwavering support in Qatar. “We sometimes feel like we are playing at home thanks to the supporters, and this gives us a strong push,” he said.
Concluding the interview, Abada reaffirmed the team’s objective: “We aim to win the title and defend our crown. We will spare no effort to achieve this goal.” The team remains focused on securing another victory and bringing pride to the nation.
