CAN 2015: Algeria and Tunisia Share the Spoils in Final Friendly Before Tournament Kickoff
As the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations draws near, two of the tournament’s most highly rated teams — Algeria and Tunisia — faced off in a much-anticipated friendly match this Sunday in Radès. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, providing valuable insight into both sides just days before the continental showdown begins.
Match Summary:
Algeria took the lead in the 39th minute through Liassine Cadamuro, capitalizing on a defensive lapse.
Tunisia responded swiftly, with Wahbi Khazri scoring the equalizer in the 44th minute after a well-constructed attack.
The second half saw both teams create chances but fail to break the deadlock.
The result was met with mixed reactions, particularly in Algeria, where expectations are sky-high following the team’s impressive showing at the 2014 World Cup. Many fans are now questioning if the Fennecs can live up to their billing as favorites in this year’s tournament.
Meanwhile, in another warm-up fixture, Ivory Coast edged Nigeria 1-0, with a late goal from Salomon Kalou in the 84th minute sealing the win for the Elephants.
Full Groups for CAN 2015:
Group A:
Equatorial Guinea (hosts)
Burkina Faso
Gabon
Congo
Group B:
Zambia
Tunisia
Cape Verde
DR Congo
Group C (Group of Death):
Ghana
Algeria
South Africa
Senegal
Group D:
Ivory Coast
Mali
Cameroon
Guinea
The Africa Cup of Nations officially kicks off on January 19, and with form still uncertain for many teams, the race for the title promises to be wide open. Will Algeria’s World Cup momentum carry them through? Or will giants like Ivory Coast, Ghana, or Cameroon rise to the occasion?
Let the countdown begin.
