Algeria FA confirms Ali Moucer and Amine Ghimouz will remain in post

Ali Moucer will remain in his role as Algeria’s national technical director (DTN), alongside national U-17 coach Amine Ghimouz, after uncertainty surrounding their futures in recent weeks was quietly resolved by the Algerian Football Federation (FAF).

Speculation had grown over the possible end of Moucer’s tenure, with reports suggesting his contract was nearing its conclusion and that a change in leadership at the technical directorate could be imminent.

Similar rumours also circulated around Ghimouz, whose position as U-17 national team coach was said to be under review following recent results.

However, despite the issue not being formally addressed during the latest federal bureau meeting held on Thursday via videoconference, sources have confirmed that Moucer will continue in his post, with his current contract running until 30 June.

The DTN has also recently been featured on national television, where he publicly highlighted the work being done within the federation and outlined his broader vision for the development of Algerian football.

His appearance was interpreted as a clear signal of continuity, reinforcing expectations that the former regional technical director for Paris-Île-de-France will remain in charge of the technical structure.

The confirmation effectively ends speculation that he could be replaced by Karim Kaced, a former member of the federal bureau between 2023 and 2024 and currently a department head within the DTN system. Those reports have now been dismissed as Moucer’s position is set to continue unchanged.

Attention has also turned to Amine Ghimouz, who faced scrutiny following Algeria’s U-17 team’s exit at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco in 2026, where they were eliminated at the quarter-final stage by Tanzania despite securing qualification for the FIFA U-17 World Cup scheduled for later in 2026.

Despite external criticism, discussions between Ghimouz and the president of the FAF have reportedly resulted in an agreement to maintain his role, allowing him to continue preparing the squad for the global tournament.

The federation’s decision reflects a broader preference for stability within its technical structures, particularly at youth level, even amid external pressure and ongoing debate from certain quarters regarding performance and long-term planning.

In addition, the FAF has approved plans to organise a National Tournament of Regional U13 Selections in July 2026, featuring players born in 2013.

The initiative is designed to strengthen the country’s youth development system, widen the talent pool, and improve competitive opportunities for young players across different regions.

The tournament is also expected to provide national technical staff with a closer look at emerging talent in a structured competitive environment, reinforcing the federation’s long-term focus on development pathways.