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Match Report: Algeria vs. Sweden (Friendly Match)
On Tuesday evening, the Algerian national football team faced a narrow defeat against Sweden, losing 4-3 in a friendly match held at Strawberry Arena in Solna, near Stockholm. This match marked Algeria’s second friendly test in June, following a previous victory against Rwanda.
First Half Highlights
The match commenced with Sweden taking an early lead. In the 14th minute, Sema scored the first goal for the Swedes, setting the pace for the game. Sema returned shortly before the halftime whistle, doubling Sweden’s advantage in the 39th minute and giving his team a 2-0 lead at the break.
Second Half Action
The second half saw Sweden further extend their lead. Just four minutes in, Sema converted a penalty kick, bringing his tally to two goals and making it 3-0. In the 56th minute, Saletros added another goal, putting Algeria in a precarious situation with a 4-0 scoreline.
However, Algeria fought back. In the 64th minute, Bennacer scored a powerful strike, reducing the deficit to 4-1, and igniting hopes for a comeback.
Substitutes Benzia and Bentaleb then played crucial roles in pulling Algeria closer to Sweden. Benzia scored in the 71st minute, followed by Bentaleb converting a penalty kick in the 87th minute. This made it 4-3, as Algeria pushed for an equalizer.
In the dying minutes of the match, Bounedjah nearly leveled the score but his header, following a corner from Benzia, narrowly missed the target.
Match Significance
This encounter was the first friendly match against a European team since the appointment of Bosnia-born coach Vladmir Petkovic in February 2024. Despite the loss, this match was a crucial learning opportunity for the Algerian squad.
Previous Encounters
Historically, Algeria has faced Sweden five times, with their last meeting occurring on November 19, 2022, where Sweden emerged victorious with a 2-0 scoreline in Malmo.
Conclusion
The match showcased a spirited performance from Algeria, underlining the team’s resilience despite the loss. With preparations continuing for future challenges, the Algerian team looks to build on the lessons learned from this encounter as they progress through this international window. Meanwhile, Sweden celebrates consecutive victories, having also won against Hungary earlier in the week.
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