The Greens in Action: Confirming Qualification and Tackling Tactics!
After putting on a footballing fiesta by thrashing Togo 5-1—yes, you read that right, 5-1!—the National Team packs its bags for another soirée at the Kégué stadium today. A riveting affair awaits us this evening at 5 p.m. DZ, and oh boy, do the expectations run high! Can the Greens shine even brighter, or are we in for a show that’s rougher than a pub brawl after last call?
Ensure Qualification
The main event of the night? Qualification, folks! Algeria aims to stamp its ticket for the 2025 African Cup of Nations for good tonight. After winning their first three matches in the qualifiers, a stellar showing can “definitively validate” their spot on that plane—to glory, of course.
With last week’s match against Togo demonstrating some delightful offense, could we see more of that bamboozling brilliance? They scored like they were on a school yard swing, all through the air and over any defenders! But let’s not get too carried away; the stakes are high, and mistakes can turn a dream into a bedtime story rapidly.
Review the Defense
Speaking of nightmares, the coach, Vladimir Petkovic, has a task on his hands to review what can only be described as a “sometimes weakened defense.” You know it’s bad when “sometimes” is in the description! The first half against Togo saw a defensive gaffe that looked like something out of a slapstick comedy—less football, more punchline.
Tonight, Petkovic might resort to a five-a-side defense strategy—a choice that could unleash the offensive prowess of the Greens. However, with a few crucial right-backs MIA, it’s more complicated than assembling IKEA furniture without instructions. But hey, who doesn’t love a good challenge?
The Mahrez Case
Ah, now we arrive at the heart of the matter: The Mahrez Case. Once the undisputed king of the pitch, Riyad Mahrez is now under the spotlight, and not for his killer skills. His recent performances have raised eyebrows and perhaps a few snickers from the stands. Could tonight be the night he dons his superhero cape and saves the day, or is he destined to be relegated to sidekick status?
We’re all wondering what Petkovic will do with this key player. Should he reposition him, or is it time to bid him adieu from the starting slot? Either way, this match is set to be a stage for Mahrez—will he rise to the occasion, or will it be more of a “who forgot to set the alarm?” situation?
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🇩🇿 This time, we are looking at the case of Riyad Mahrez. Holder, replacement, right winger or number 10, many of the hypotheses are being considered.
🤔 And you, what would you do with the captain of the Greens?
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October 11, 2024
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Final Thoughts
As the Greens take to the field tonight, the anticipation swells like the crowd at a rock concert! With qualification on the line, it’s a quantum leap for the team to prove themselves—after all, who wouldn’t want to strut their stuff on the continental stage?
So grab your snacks, plump your cushions, and settle in. The match promises to be filled with thrills, spills, and perhaps a few cheeky moments to keep us on the edge of our seats. Will it be a glorious confirmation of our qualification? Or will we walk away shaking our heads and muttering, “what just happened?” Stay tuned!
After winning its match against Togo in style on Thursday evening, the National Team travels today (5 p.m. DZ) to the pitch at the Kégué stadium. The opportunity for the Greens to confirm certain aspects and review others.
Ensure qualification
First issue of tonight’s match, qualification. After winning
his first three matches in this phase qualifier for the 2025 African Cup of Nations, Algeria on the occasion this evening of
definitively validate your ticket
on the pitch of the Kégué stadium in Lomé.
The Greens,
who won 5-1 against Togo last Thursdayshowed great things offensively and will have to try to repeat this performance this evening in Lomé.
Review the defense
The meeting is also an opportunity for Vladimir Petkovic to
review a sometimes weakened defense even during this last match against Togo, particularly in the first period as shown by the Algerian defensive error on a Togolese goal.
The national coach could, why not, opt for
a five-a-side defense this evening as he did before against Liberia which would allow the Greens
to make the most of their offensive potential. However, different aspects must be taken into account. The Greens group deprived of its right-backs, such as Youcef Atal, complicates this choice.
The Mahrez case
For some time now, Riyad Mahrez is no longer unanimous in the National Team. His declining performances cast doubt on his status as a starter, long considered indisputable. During the match against Togo on Thursday evening, the captain of the Greens missed the match and was not as impactful as usual.
Different options are presented to the coach: reposition him or dismiss him. This evening’s match could then be, for the captain of the Greens, an opportunity to catch up or deviate from the coach’s plans.
🚨 New reflection video from DZfoot!
🇩🇿 This time, we are looking at the case of Riyad Mahrez. Holder, replacement, right winger or number 10, many of the hypotheses are being considered.
🤔 And you, what would you do with the captain of the Greens?
pic.twitter.com/rxTkJL9EXZ— DZfoot (@DZfoot)
October 11, 2024
DZfoot