Algeria is set to face Burkina Faso in a must-win match to secure qualification for the 2014 Football World Cup. Burkina Faso, the runners-up in the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), holds a one-goal advantage from the first leg. The Fennecs’ coach, Vahid Halilhodzic, is banking on a daring coaching strategy for success.
In terms of lineup, Mohamed Lamine Zemmamouche might get the nod in goal over Rais M’Bolhi, while Carl Medjani and captain Madjid Bougherra are expected to form the central defense partnership. Djamel Mesbah may be replaced by Faouzi Ghoulam at left-back. Saphir Taïder might be omitted from the midfield.
The attacking trio is likely to include Yacine Brahimi, Sofiane Feghouli, Islam Slimani, and El Arabi Soudani. The overall lineup reflects a blend of experience and form as Algeria aims to overturn the deficit and secure a spot in the World Cup.
Probable lineup for Algeria:
- Goalkeeper: Mohamed Lamine Zemmamouche
- Defenders: Essaïd Belkalem, Madjid Bougherra, Carl Medjani, Faouzi Ghoulam
- Midfielders: Mehdi Mostefa, Medhi Lacen, Yacine Brahimi
- Forwards: Sofiane Feghouli, Islam Slimani, El Arabi Soudani
The outcome of this high-stakes match will have a significant impact on the qualification hopes of both Algeria and Burkina Faso.
