Noureddine Kourichi, the 59-year-old assistant coach of the Algerian national football team, played a significant role in the Fennecs’ qualification for the 2014 World Cup. Kourichi, a former central defender for the Algerian team in the 1980s, spoke to France Football about the team’s journey and the emotions after their qualification. He highlighted the importance of playing to their strengths, the impact of the imaginary penalty in Ouagadougou, and the growth potential of the young Algerian team. Kourichi also emphasized the objectives achieved with coach Vahid Halilhodzic, including qualifying for the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2014 World Cup.
ALGERIA WORLD CUP: NOUREDDINE KOURICHI IN THE SHADOW OF VAHID HALILHODZIC!
