Yacine Titraoui responded with composure and resolve after Vladimir Petković left him out of Algeria’s squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, a decision that surprised many followers of the national team.
The midfielder, who took part in the final preparatory training camp, addressed his omission in an interview with Ishaq Chebli and made his position clear from the outset.
He placed the team above personal disappointment and stressed his unwavering attachment to the national colours.
“I support the national team before anything else,” Titraoui said, underlining his loyalty to the Greens despite the setback.
He acknowledged his frustration without allowing it to define him. Titraoui admitted that he hoped to feature at the continental tournament, but he chose encouragement over resentment.
He openly wished the squad success and insisted that collective achievement mattered more than individual recognition.
That mindset, he explained, reflects the values he learned throughout his development.
Rather than dwell on exclusion, the former Paradou Academy player has channelled the disappointment into motivation.
He described the decision as a trigger to intensify his daily work and raise his standards.
Titraoui made it clear that he intends to respond on the pitch, not through complaints or public pressure. His words carried calm determination and confidence in the process.
Long-term ambition continues to guide his career path. Titraoui reiterated a goal he has never hidden: playing at the World Cup with Algeria.
He spoke about the pride of representing his country on the biggest stage and contributing meaningfully to the team’s success.
According to the midfielder, constant improvement and readiness remain the only path towards that dream.
At club level, his progress supports that belief. Since joining Sporting Charleroi in the summer of 2024, Titraoui has delivered consistent and disciplined performances in midfield.
He has shown tactical intelligence, reliability in possession, and a growing influence within the team.
Match after match, he has strengthened his case through steady form rather than flashy statements.
Maintaining that level now stands as his main objective. With the World Cup on the horizon, Titraoui understands that continuity and discipline will matter more than words.
He aims to convince the national coach through performances that demand attention.
Measured, respectful and quietly ambitious, Yacine Titraoui continues his journey with patience and purpose.
His response to adversity suggests a player focused on growth, ready to seize the next opportunity when it arrives.
