Algerian Football Federation (FAF) president Walid Sadi has expressed his pride and optimism after being elected to the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) executive committee.
His appointment marks Algeria’s return to the governing body’s top decision-making circle for the first time since 2017.
Sadi, 25, was elected by acclamation on Wednesday in Cairo, joining Cameroonian football legend Samuel Eto’o on the committee for a term running until 2029.
He takes over the North African Football Union (UNAF) representative seat from Tunisia’s Wadie Jaryn.
A milestone for Algerian football
Shortly after his election, Sadi shared his reaction in a video posted on his social media accounts, highlighting the significance of Algeria’s return to CAF’s leadership.
We congratulate Algeria first and then the entire sporting family for the return of our country to the CAF Executive Committee after a long absence, he stated.
He also acknowledged the role played by Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, whose influence, according to local reports, contributed to securing the position.
Ambitions for the future
Sadi emphasized Algeria’s broader sporting ambitions, particularly in infrastructure development and international success.
This reflects our commitment to keep pace with all the major efforts being made by the country’s highest authorities to develop sports and build sports facilities and structures, he added.
Looking ahead, he made it clear that Algeria’s focus remains on achieving success on the pitch, starting with qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Algeria needs success and victories. Today, Algeria won and returned to the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
I will support African football in general, and Algerian football in particular.
The future will be better with the Algerian national team’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
A crucial period for the desert foxes
Currently leading Group G in the World Cup qualifiers, Algeria has a strong chance of securing its place at the tournament.
Victories against Botswana and Mozambique, their two closest challengers, in the upcoming matches on March 21 and 25 could significantly strengthen their position.
With Sadi’s election to CAF’s executive committee and the national team’s promising campaign, Algerian football appears to be entering a phase of renewed influence and ambition on both the administrative and competitive fronts.
