Algeria suffered a surprise defeat against Togo (2-0) in the 2013 African Cup of Nations (CAN), leading to their elimination from the tournament. Adlene Guedioura, a player for Algeria, shared his thoughts on the team’s performance on the eve of their match against Ivory Coast. Here are the key points from his statements:
- Competitiveness and Ambition: Guedioura defended the team’s competitiveness, ambition, and style of play. He believed that these aspects were not to blame for their situation.
- Scoring Struggles: The player acknowledged that the team’s main issue was the inability to score goals. Despite their competitiveness, the failure to convert opportunities into goals was a significant factor in their performance.
It’s evident that Guedioura expressed frustration over the team’s scoring struggles, which ultimately contributed to their elimination from CAN 2013.
