Algeria coach Ibrahim Hamdani has announced his team's lineup for today's Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Burundi at 4 pm Cairo time. The match takes place at the Intwari Stadium and marks the second round of qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Algeria's starting lineup includes goalkeeper Milavin Mastil, defenders Ashraf Abed and Yaddi Razwani, Rami Ben Sebaini, and Johan Haggam. Midfielders Himad Abdelli, Faris Chaibi, and Ibrahim Maza will also start.

The Algerian team has made some changes to their starting lineup compared to their previous match against Zambia. In their first match, Algeria won 3-1 against Zambia. The team is looking to continue their successful run in the qualifiers. Algeria is currently top of Group Nine and aims to maintain their position with a win against Burundi.

Algeria has an impressive record in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, having gone nine years without a defeat in the competition. Their last away defeat in the qualifiers was in 2018 against Benin. Since then, Algeria has played 10 away matches, winning seven and drawing three. Their recent victories include wins over Togo, Botswana, Tanzania, Niger, Uganda, Liberia, and Togo again.

Historically, Algeria has a favorable record against Burundi, having won four out of six previous encounters. The two teams drew the last two matches, including a 1-1 draw in 2019 in Doha. Abdelhafid Tasfaout is Algeria's top scorer against Burundi with three goals.

Algeria's squad for the match includes several key players, such as forward Beshir Belomi, Adil Boulbina, and Mohamed Amin Shikha. The team's strategy for the match is crucial in maintaining their unbeaten record. Algeria's coach, Ibrahim Hamdani, will be hoping his team can secure another win.

The match against Burundi is crucial for Algeria's chances of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. A win would help Algeria maintain their top position in Group Nine. The team's performance in the qualifiers has been impressive so far, and they will look to continue their momentum.

The Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers have been intense, with several teams competing for a spot in the tournament. Algeria's match against Burundi is one of the highly anticipated matches in the qualifiers. The team's lineup and strategy will play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the match.

Key points

  • Algeria has an impressive record in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, having gone nine years without a defeat in the competition.
  • Historically, Algeria has a favorable record against Burundi, having won four out of six previous encounters.
  • The match against Burundi is crucial for Algeria's chances of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

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