Next weekend, the African continent will be ablaze with excitement as the last phase of qualifiers for the 2014 World Cup unfolds. Burkina Faso is set to host Algeria on Saturday, October 12, marking the first leg of the qualifying play-off matches for the Brazilian World Cup.
On the Algerian side, the understanding is clear that a favorable outcome in Ouagadougou is crucial to their journey to Rio. Meanwhile, the Stallions of Burkina Faso acknowledge Algeria’s greater experience, making them the favorites in predictions. However, the last finalist of the previous Africa Cup of Nations is determined not to concede easily on the August 4 stadium turf.
Colonel Sita Sangaré, president of the Burkinabè Football Federation (FBF), asserts that the Stallions will boldly play their chances to secure their first-ever qualification for the World Cup. Despite facing a team perceived as stronger due to Algeria’s participation in three previous World Cups, Sangaré sees it as a challenge that Burkina Faso is ready to confront and negotiate successfully.
