L'Algeria is preparing to play a crucial match this Friday against the Botswanaas part of the qualifiers for
World Cup 2026. Leader of Group G With nine points in four games, the selection led by Vladimir Petkovic has the opportunity to consolidate its position by making a flawlessness during this international truce. But before projecting on Tuesday's confrontation against the Mozambiqueits direct competitor, it will be necessary to negotiate with seriously this perilous trip to
Francistown.
A trap to avoid for Algeria
If Algeria addresses this meeting in a position of strength, the Botswana There is no shortage of arguments. Third in the group with six units, the local selection has proven that it could compete with better classified teams, in particular by winning in front of the Guinea. Qualified for the next African Cup of Nations, this team in full Ascension will try to surprise the Fennecs, especially as a victory would allow him to return to his opponent of the day.
The history of confrontations is however favorable to the Greens, who have always been able to impose their superiority in the face of Zebras. But caution remains in order, especially after a long trying trip to Eight hours and unusual programming to 2 p.m.in full Ramadan. This physical factor could weigh heavily in the management of the match.
Brand absences, a workforce to readjust
For this meeting,
Vladimir Petkovic will have to deal without several frames.
Houssem Aouar,,
Baghdad Bounedjah,, Anis Hadj Moussa and the porter Anthony Mandrea are all absent, forcing the coach to rethink his eleven. An expected return should nevertheless compensate for certain gaps: that of Youcef Belaïli, recalled after 14 months of absence. Its technical profile and its experience in selection will be precious assets, even if competition with Said Benrahma To occupy the left side of the attack promises to be disputed.
Despite these absences, Algeria can rely on a positive dynamic. Unbeaten outside since the arrival of Petkovic in March 2024she was able to be solid far from her bases, conceding only two points in five games.
A decisive step towards the World Cup
A victory this Friday would allow the
Fennecs to get closer to their goal and to approach the match against the
Mozambique with serenity. But beware of confidence: a Botswana With confidence and supported by his audience could complicate the task of the Algerians. It's up to them to live up to the event.
Time and place of the match
| 5th day of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers – Africa Zone | |
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Date |
Friday March 21, 2025 |
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Hourly |
At 2 p.m. French time |
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Match |
Botswana – Algeria |
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Stadium |
OBED ITANI Chilume Stadium (Francistown) |
The probable compos of the Botswana – Algeria match
Botswana: Phoko; Ditlhokwe, Gaolaolwe, Leinanyane, Kopelang; Said, Modingwane, Batlokwa; Orebonye, Seakanyeng, Setsile.
Algeria: Oukidja – Ait Nouri, Mandi, Bensebaini, Atal – Zorgane, Boudaoui, Chaibi – Belaili, Mahrez, Gouiri.
On which chain to follow the meeting between Botswana and Algeria?
The meeting between Botswana and Algeria, scheduled for Friday, March 21 from 2 p.m., is not broadcast on any French channel. On the other hand, you will also be able to view the match in streaming via the team platform, the Live Foot Team.
Other channels broadcast this part abroad. At the local level in Algeria, it is the ENTV terrestrial which holds the rights. The German channel Sportidigital Fussball also retrans the match. Ditto for the Croatian sportklub. In the MENA region, the duel is broadcast on the Saudi channel SSC Sports or on Shahid. Channels and apps that can be visible in France thanks to a VPN. Finally, if you are outside French and out of Mena, you will also be able to view the match on FIFA+. Or, get around geolocation thanks to a VPN.
