Alohoutadé acknowledged the difficulty of facing the host nation in the opening match but expressed confidence in his team’s ability to compete. Despite being considered a priori as the weakest team in Group A, Alohoutadé emphasized the team’s readiness to fight and honor Beninese football on the continental stage.
The coach recognized the advantages that Algeria enjoys as the host country, including the support of their fans and the familiarity with the playing conditions. However, Alohoutadé conveyed the team’s ambition to bravely defend their chances in the tough group and make a positive impact in the tournament.
As the competition gets underway, teams will be aiming to showcase their talent and compete at a high level, with eyes on qualification for the Under-20 World Cup and the ultimate goal of winning the Under-20 CAN title.
