Amin Chiakha ruled out of Algeria’s CAN 2027 qualifiers against Togo

Amin Chiakha will miss Algeria’s two-match qualification campaign against Togo for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, with new details indicating that his injury did not occur during the current international break.

The Rosenborg BK forward had initially been reported absent because of injury. However, a source close to the player told Maghreb-Foot that the problem predates his arrival at the Algeria camp.

Algeria manager Brahim Hemdani decided on Thursday evening to release Chiakha from the squad for both matches against Togo, known as the Eperviers. The games form part of the third and fourth rounds of the CAN 2027 qualifiers.

Chiakha had hoped to build on his impressive run of form with Rosenborg BK and make an impact in an Algeria shirt. His absence is therefore a disappointment, although those around him remain optimistic about his international prospects.

The 19-year-old is under contract with Rosenborg BK until 31 December 2030. His market value is estimated at 8 million euros by Transfermarkt.

Algeria are due to play their third qualifying match against Togo shortly. The available 1xbet odds list Algeria as favourites at 1.22, with a draw priced at 6.00 and a Togo victory at 16.00.