Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has sent a message of support to the national team and head coach Vladimir Petkovic following their early exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Algeria’s campaign came to an end at the quarter-final stage after a 2 0 defeat to Nigeria. The tournament eventually saw Senegal lift the trophy after edging hosts Morocco 1 0 in a final that went into extra time.
According to Algerian state television, President Tebboune used a cabinet meeting held on Sunday to instruct the Minister of Sports, Walid Sadi, to relay his congratulations and encouragement to the players and the technical staff led by Petkovic.
The president wished the team success as they turned their attention to the upcoming World Cup this summer.
Tebboune also expressed deep appreciation for Algerian supporters, paying special tribute to members of the diaspora who travelled from different parts of the world to rally behind the national team, known as “The Greens,” during the Africa Cup of Nations.
Attention now shifts to the global stage, with Algeria already learning their fate at the 2026 World Cup draw.
The Algerians are in Group J alongside Argentina, Austria and Jordan, setting up a challenging test in the tournament ahead.
