Algeria's national team is set to face Burundi in the second round of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) qualifiers at the Intwari Stadium. The match, scheduled to kick off at 14:00 Algerian time, presents an opportunity for the team to extend their unbeaten run in the qualifiers to 22 matches. Their last defeat in the CAN qualifiers dates back to October 2018, when they lost to Benin.
The team's impressive form has been evident since their 4-1 win over Togo in November 2018, followed by a 1-0 victory over Botswana in November 2019. They have continued to perform well, with a 3-3 draw against Zambia in March 2021 and a 5-0 win over Botswana. In the 2023 CAN qualifiers, Algeria maintained their unbeaten streak with wins over Uganda and Tanzania, as well as a draw against Tanzania.
Algeria's coach has instilled a winning mentality in the team, which has contributed to their prolonged unbeaten run. Their recent performances have been characterized by a strong defense and clinical finishing. The team's 3-1 win over Zambia in the opening match of the 2027 CAN qualifiers demonstrated their ability to score goals and control the tempo of the game.
On the away front, Algeria has also been impressive, with 10 consecutive unbeaten matches in the CAN qualifiers. Their last away defeat in the qualifiers was against Benin in October 2018. Since then, they have won or drawn several matches, including a 2-1 win over Uganda in June 2023 and a 3-0 victory over Liberia in September 2024.
The team's success can be attributed to the blend of experienced and young players. The coach has been able to rotate players and maintain the team's performance level. The team's captain has been instrumental in leading the team and has scored crucial goals in recent matches.
Algeria's Burundi match will be a crucial test of their abilities, as they seek to extend their unbeaten run. A win would not only boost their confidence but also provide momentum for the rest of the qualifiers. The team's fans are optimistic about their chances of qualifying for the 2027 CAN.
The match against Burundi is expected to be a closely contested encounter. Burundi has been improving in recent years and will be eager to cause an upset against Algeria. However, Algeria's experience and quality are expected to give them the edge they need to secure a win and maintain their unbeaten streak.
Key points
- Algeria's national team is seeking to extend their unbeaten run in the CAN qualifiers to 22 matches against Burundi.
- The team's last defeat in the CAN qualifiers was against Benin in October 2018.
- Algeria has also been impressive on the away front, with 10 consecutive unbeaten matches in the CAN qualifiers.
