ALGERIA

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Algeria's Zidane suffers freak facial injury, World Cup dream hangs in the balance

Granada and Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane suffered a serious facial injury for his Spanish side that has jeopardised his chances of playing at the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Ellis encouraged by Banyana display as Mbane earns 100th cap

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has expressed satisfaction with her side’s 1-0 victory over Algeria women’s national football team, noting the performance was promising given the limited time the squad has spent together since last year.

Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies goalkeeper Andile Dlamini

Andile Dlamini looks forward to a confident display against Algeria

Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini has called on her teammates to play with confidence and back their abilities when they face Algeria in their first international friendly on Tuesday.

Banyana Banyana captain Refiloe Jane

Refiloe Jane: Algeria friendlies key to Banyana’s tactical growth

Banyana Banyana captain Refiloe Jane says their first international friendly against Algeria on Tuesday, will provide a valuable opportunity for the team to improve tactically while also strengthening cohesion within the squad.

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FIFA Friendlies wrap - Morocco beat Paraguay as Zambia are undone by Argentina

Morocco record impressive win over Paraguay, Ivory Coast beat Scotland and Zambia are undone by Argentina, in international friendly matches on Tuesday.

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Egypt and Algeria impress while Ghana crumble in friendly internationals

North African giants Egypt continued their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with an impressive victory over Saudi Arabia in an international friendly at Enmaa Stadium in Jeddah on Friday.

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