Algeria Forward Amine Gouiri ruled out of AFCON 2025 after shoulder injury

Algeria forward Amine Gouiri will miss the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after suffering a shoulder injury against Uganda.

The French-born striker sustained the injury during Algeria’s recent international match, forcing him off the field in visible pain.

Medical tests later confirmed the severity, ruling him out for several months and delivering a major setback for coach Pape Thiaw ahead of the tournament in Morocco.

Gouiri, who also missed AFCON 2023 through injury, had been in strong form and was expected to play a key role in Algeria’s attack.

His creativity and goal-scoring instincts made him one of the team’s most influential players.

The timing of the injury leaves Algeria with limited options up front, forcing the coaching staff to rethink their attacking strategy before the continental competition.

Teammates and fans have shared their disappointment, sending words of encouragement to the 25-year-old forward as he begins recovery.

Gouiri will undergo rehabilitation under medical supervision, with hopes of returning for future qualifiers.

His absence marks a huge blow to Algeria’s AFCON 2025 campaign, as the team will now seek new ways to fill the gap left by one of their most dynamic attackers.