Amin Chiakha answers Algeria omission with four-goal Rosenborg surge

Amin Chiakha has responded to his omission from Algeria’s 2026 World Cup squad by scoring four goals in his past four appearances for Rosenborg, turning a difficult setback into a powerful source of motivation during pre-season.

The 20-year-old forward, who has three international caps, was left out of Vladimir Petkovic’s plans for the tournament. Speaking to Scandinavian weekly Tipsbladet, Chiakha said: “Not being selected for the World Cup was a huge disappointment.”

That disappointment appears to have fuelled an impressive run of form for Rosenborg. Chiakha’s latest goals have also made a strong impression on the Norwegian club’s supporters, who have launched a fundraising campaign to help finance the permanent signing of the striker.

Chiakha is currently on loan at Rosenborg from Copenhagen, the club where he developed, with an option to buy included in the agreement. The supporters’ initiative, organised by the Troillongan fan group, is aimed at raising the money required to activate that clause.

The forward acknowledged that the campaign was not unwelcome, although the source article does not provide further details of his response.

Chiakha made his Algeria debut on 14 November 2024 and was most recently included in the Fennecs squad in March for a series of preparation matches. He came off the bench for the final 15 minutes of Algeria’s 7-0 victory over Guatemala before remaining an unused substitute in the goalless draw against Uruguay.

Those appearances were not enough to secure a place in Petkovic’s squad for the 2026 World Cup. Instead, Chiakha has used his early-season opportunity with Rosenborg to make a case for renewed international consideration while also strengthening his position at club level.

His four goals in four matches have arrived at a significant moment. Rosenborg must decide whether to pursue a permanent deal, while Chiakha’s performances have given the Norwegian club’s supporters a clear indication of why they want him to remain.

For the player, the sequence represents a dramatic change in momentum. The disappointment of missing out on the World Cup has been followed by a prolific spell in front of goal, giving Chiakha a platform to rebuild his international prospects and underline his value to Rosenborg.

The striker’s form will now keep attention on both sides of his future: whether Rosenborg can complete a permanent move from Copenhagen, and whether his goals can earn him another opportunity with Algeria.