séance d’entrainement de l’équipe nationale avant le départ pour Gaborone
Summary of the Algerian National Football Team’s Preparation for Upcoming World Cup Qualifier
On March 20, 2023, the Algerian national football team conducted their final training session in Algiers at the National Technical Center in Sidi Moussa. This marked the team’s sole training opportunity in the capital prior to their departure that evening for Gaborone, Botswana. They are scheduled to face Botswana on March 21 in a pivotal World Cup 2026 qualifying match, taking place in Francistown at 14:00 local time (GMT+2).
The training session was relatively light, featuring players who were called up for national duty. Notably absent were those who had played for their clubs the day prior; they followed a tailored recovery regimen designed by physical trainer Paolo Rongoni. Meanwhile, the remaining players engaged in technical and tactical drills under the guidance of head coach Vladimir Petkovic.
After their initial training in Algiers, the team will continue their preparations in Gaborone before heading to Francistown. They will have one last session on the pitch of the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium, which will host the match.
Following the game, the team is scheduled to return to Algiers, heading directly back to the training center. As of the end of the fourth round of qualifiers held in June 2024, Algeria and Mozambique are tied for the first position in their group with nine points each. They hold a three-point lead over Botswana, Guinea, and Uganda, who each have six points. At the bottom of the group is Somalia, with no points to date.
The preparation reflects the team’s commitment to executing a strategy aimed at maintaining their strong position in the qualification standings as they head into this crucial match against Botswana.
This summary encapsulates the essential aspects of the Algerian national football team’s preparations for their upcoming World Cup qualifier, highlighting their training regimen, standings in the qualification process, and coach and player involvement.
