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AFCON 2023 preparation: Algeria’s Mahrez and Bounedjah lead the charge against Burundi

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The Algerian national football team engaged in a final preparatory clash against Burundi on Tuesday, January 9. A match that served as a litmus test for Coach Djamel Belmadi, the encounter featured a lineup reflective of the tactician’s strategic choices for the upcoming tournament.

Undoubtedly, the spotlight was on two prolific figures in Algerian football – Riyad Mahrez and Baghdad Bounedjah – both securing their positions in the starting XI.

This decision underscored the significance of their roles in the team and the trust reposed in their ability to deliver on the continental stage.

Joining the formidable duo in the starting lineup were defensive stalwarts Youcef Atal and Aissa Mandi.

This selection hinted at Belmadi’s commitment to fielding a side that seamlessly blends experience and skill, offering a glimpse into the cohesive unit he envisions for AFCON 2023.

Riyad Mahrez, whose footballing prowess has dazzled fans globally, found his place in the lineup as a testament to his integral role in the Algerian attacking machinery.

Simultaneously, Baghdad Bounedjah, renowned for his goal-scoring prowess, stood poised to be a formidable force leading the forward line.

The choice to field a lineup closely mirroring the anticipated AFCON 2023 squad is a strategic move by Belmadi to gauge the team’s synergy and fine-tune any last-minute adjustments before the commencement of the tournament.

The match against Burundi thus serves as a final dress rehearsal, allowing the coach to assess the squad’s readiness and iron out any tactical nuances.

As Algeria’s fervent supporters eagerly await the commencement of AFCON 2023, the line-up against Burundi provides a glimpse into the formidable force that aims to defend its continental crown.

With Mahrez, Bounedjah, and the seasoned defensive duo Atal and Mandi leading the charge, the Desert Foxes aspire to once again etch their name in the annals of African football glory.

Ibrahim Sannie

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