Ghimouz Selects Algeria U17 World Cup Squad for Qatar

Coach Amine Ghimouz has officially unveiled the 21-player squad for the Algeria U17 national team, set to compete in the World Cup 2026 in Qatar. The tournament will take place from November 19 to December 13, marking Algeria's second historical participation in this global competition. The team is preparing for the highly anticipated event with aspirations to achieve a strong performance on the international stage.

The selected squad features a balanced composition, blending local talents with players currently developing their skills abroad. This approach aims to leverage a diverse pool of experience and ability for the competition. Key figures like Walid Nechab from Olympique Lyonnais are among those expected to contribute significantly as the team pursues its ambition of advancing as far as possible in the tournament.

Grouped in Group J, the Algerian youth team will commence their World Cup campaign on Saturday, November 21, facing Chile at the Khaled Ballan stadium. Following this opening match, they are scheduled to play Montenegro on Tuesday, November 24. The group stage will conclude with a match against the United States on Friday, November 27, determining their progression in the tournament.