Coach Djamel Belmadi, the Algerian football team is set to embark on an intensive training course on the African continent, taking place in Lomé, Togo, from January 1 to 10. This preparation stint aims to fortify the team’s cohesion and readiness as they gear up for the upcoming CAN-2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast, scheduled from January 13 to February 11.
The training program in Togo includes two crucial friendly matches to fine-tune the team’s tactics.
The first friendly encounter is slated against Togo on Friday, January 5, followed by a second match against Burundi on Tuesday, January 9.
These matches serve as essential preparation for the Algerian squad as they fine-tune their strategies and build synergy ahead of the highly anticipated continental tournament.
Following the training stint in Lomé, the Algerian delegation is scheduled to depart for Bouaké, Ivory Coast, on Wednesday, January 10, in preparation for their opening match against Angola.
The clash is set to take place at the Stade de la Paix at 8:00 p.m., marking the commencement of their journey in Group D, alongside Burkina Faso and Mauritania.
With the national team’s regrouping anticipated in Algiers from December 25 or 26, the players, under the guidance of Coach Djamel Belmadi, are committed to rigorous training sessions to ensure peak performance and cohesiveness.
The strategic decision to conduct the preparation course in Togo underscores the team’s commitment to optimal preparation on the African continent, fostering a focused and collaborative environment ahead of the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations.
As the anticipation builds, football enthusiasts eagerly await the outcomes of the intensive training and friendly matches, heralding the Algerian national team’s determined pursuit of success in the CAN-2023 tournament.