Zinedine Ferhat’s exclusion from the Algerian national team’s preselection for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil has left him understandably disappointed. The USM Alger midfielder, who has been a standout performer in the Algerian championship this season, expressed his frustration at not being included in the squad.
Ferhat, who is highly regarded and has attracted interest from clubs like Montpellier, feels that his contributions at the domestic level, including winning titles with USM Alger and participating in African competitions, should have earned him a place in the national team setup.
The Algerian coach, Vahid Halilhodzic, cited Ferhat’s young age and lack of international experience as reasons for his omission from the squad. However, Ferhat disagrees with this assessment, pointing to his achievements and contributions at the club level as evidence of his readiness to compete at a higher level.
While disappointed, Ferhat remains determined to continue working hard and proving himself on the field. He acknowledges that his time will come and is committed to making the most of future opportunities to represent his country at the international level.
