The Under-20 African Cup of Nations (CAN) is set to kick off in Oran, Algeria, with the opening match featuring the host nation, Algeria, facing Benin. The coach of the Algerian team, Jean-Marc Nobilo, expressed the primary objective of his team ahead of the tournament.
Nobilo emphasized the importance of winning the first match against Benin, stating that a victory would significantly enhance Algeria’s chances of qualifying for the Under-20 World Cup, which is the main objective for the team. He acknowledged that while a small margin for error exists, the team cannot afford to miss any opportunities in the subsequent matches.
The coach also highlighted the strength of the Benin team, noting their qualification for the championship by overcoming strong opponents such as Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal. Nobilo cautioned against underestimating any team in the competition, citing the recent senior CAN in South Africa as evidence that there are no longer any small teams in African football.
As the tournament unfolds, Algeria will aim to navigate the challenges and secure positive results to progress toward their goal of qualifying for the Under-20 World Cup.
