{"id":11491,"date":"2025-03-24T17:24:37","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T16:24:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dzwatch.dz\/?p=11491"},"modified":"2025-03-24T17:24:39","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T16:24:39","slug":"2026-world-cup-qualifiers-algeria-intensifies-training-ahead-of-crucial-clash-against-mozambique","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dzwatch.dz\/?p=11491","title":{"rendered":"2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Algeria Intensifies Training Ahead of Crucial Clash Against Mozambique"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Algiers<\/strong> \u2013 The Algerian national football team has ramped up its training sessions at the Sidi Moussa Technical Center<\/strong>, as they prepare for their decisive Group G World Cup qualifier<\/strong> against Mozambique<\/strong>, scheduled for Tuesday at 22:00<\/strong> at the Hussein A\u00eft Ahmed Stadium<\/strong> in Tizi Ouzou.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to a statement from the Algerian Football Federation (FAF)<\/strong>, the “Greens”<\/strong> held an intensive tactical training session on Sunday evening, with all players present<\/strong>, except for Mohamed Far\u00e8s<\/strong>, who continues to follow a personalized rehabilitation program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Petkovic Finalizing Tactical Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

National coach Vladimir Petkovic<\/strong> used the session to fine-tune his tactical setup for the critical encounter, which could determine the fate of Group G\u2019s top spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This afternoon, the Algerian squad will travel to Tizi Ouzou<\/strong>, where they will conduct one final training session later in the evening on the main pitch of the Hussein A\u00eft Ahmed Stadium<\/strong>\u2014the venue that will host tomorrow’s high-stakes match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Group G Standings and Stakes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Algeria currently leads Group G<\/strong> with 12 points and a +6 goal difference<\/strong>, tied with Mozambique who also have 12 points<\/strong>, but trailing on goal difference (+3). Guinea<\/strong> sits in third with 7 points<\/strong>, followed by Botswana<\/strong> and Uganda<\/strong> (6 points each), while Somalia<\/strong> lags behind with just 1 point<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other fixtures in the group\u2019s sixth round include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Guinea vs. Uganda<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Botswana vs. Somalia<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Path to World Cup 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Only the top team from each of the nine African qualifying groups<\/strong> will earn direct qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup<\/strong>, set to be held across the USA, Canada, and Mexico<\/strong>. Meanwhile, the four best second-placed teams<\/strong> will enter continental playoffs<\/strong>, with a chance to reach an intercontinental play-off<\/strong>, offering one final path to the world\u2019s biggest football tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    With qualification hanging in the balance and home advantage in Tizi Ouzou, the Desert Warriors<\/strong> are fully focused on securing a decisive victory and maintaining their lead in the group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Written by: Nor Eleslam \u2013 DZWatch.dz<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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