Algeria extended their winning streak in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Botswana in their second-round match on Monday evening. The Fennecs’ only goal came early, in the 14th minute, when Youcef Belaili found the back of the net, giving Algeria the advantage they would maintain throughout the match.
The team controlled much of the game, managing possession and limiting Botswana’s opportunities, while demonstrating the discipline and organization that have become hallmarks under coach Djamel Belmadi. Despite occasional pressure from the home side, Algeria’s defense held firm, ensuring that Belaili’s early strike would be enough to secure the win.
With this result, the Fennecs sit at the top of their qualifying group with a perfect record of 6 points from two matches. The victory reinforces Algeria’s position as one of the continent’s strongest teams and highlights their consistency in both attack and defense. Belaili’s contribution was decisive, and the team will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures to secure qualification for the 2021 AFCON finals.
