The July 5 stadium, which hosted the Algeria vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina friendly match with a severely damaged pitch, will not be closed immediately. The head of the stadium, Belmihoub, mentioned existing commitments to be honored, including those to the capital’s clubs. The pitch renewal is scheduled for the end of the championship, according to the Minister of Youth and Sports. Despite the attempts to justify the pitch condition due to heavy rainfall, there are calls for accountability, and the director of the OCO has announced legal proceedings against the Dutch company responsible for the pitch renewal. The MC Alger club continues to host matches on the pitch, but concerns persist about its condition.
THE JULY 5 STADIUM FUNCTIONAL UNTIL MAY 2013
