Algeria’s national football team held their final training session on Tuesday evening at the Sidi Moussa National Technical Centre before departing for Constantine, where they are set to face Rwanda in an upcoming international fixture.
The session, conducted under the guidance of the coaching staff, focused primarily on tactical drills and strategic formations.
The players worked through various match scenarios as preparations intensified for Thursday’s match at the Chahid Hamlaoui Stadium, scheduled to kick off at 5 p.m.
Notably absent from the training were Himad Abdelli and Kevin Guitoun. Both players had participated in earlier sessions but were held back from the final workout after appearing to pick up injuries.
Their condition remains under observation, with the technical team yet to confirm whether they will be fit for selection.
With the bulk of the squad present, the coaching team emphasised tactical versatility, testing different formations and transitions in a bid to refine the team’s structure ahead of the Rwanda encounter.
The session was designed not only to consolidate earlier training progress but also to fine-tune team chemistry and decision-making in critical phases of play.
Beyond the pitch, the day carried special emotional significance. Just before the start of training, the players received a heartwarming visit from a group of children with disabilities, hosted by the “Ahbab El Rahman” association based in Baraki.
The children, many of whom live with Down syndrome, cognitive disabilities, or hearing impairments, were welcomed onto the grounds of the Sidi Moussa centre and given the opportunity to meet their footballing heroes.
Captain Riyad Mahrez and his teammates took time away from their final preparations to interact with the young visitors.
The players shared light-hearted moments, handed out jerseys and other gifts, and posed for photos and autographs. There were also brief games and playful exchanges that added a joyful atmosphere to the day.
The event, coordinated in partnership with local organisations, highlighted the team’s ongoing commitment to community outreach and inclusion.
For the children, the experience offered a rare and treasured moment of connection with the national side. For the players, it provided a touching reminder of the broader impact of their role beyond football.
The squad is expected to travel to Constantine on Wednesday morning, where final match preparations will take place.
The match against Rwanda is viewed as an important step in Algeria’s broader programme of international engagements and will serve as a test of both individual performance and overall team cohesion.
As the team shifts focus to match day, the coaching staff remain hopeful that their tactical work in Sidi Moussa will translate into a strong performance on the field.
With morale high and the players visibly motivated, attention now turns to Thursday’s contest and the opportunity to deliver a result that reflects the hard work and unity forged throughout the training camp.
