The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) has announced that the 32nd finals of the Algerian Cup will take place from December 21 to 23. This year's competition will follow the same format as last season, with semi-finals being played in a two-legged format. The current champion, CR Belouizdad, will be looking to defend their title. The draw for the 32nd and 16th finals will take place on December 10 at the Ecole supérieure d'hôtellerie et de restauration d'Aïn Bénian in Algiers.

A total of 64 clubs have qualified for the 32nd finals, including 16 teams from Ligue 1, 12 teams from Ligue 2, and several teams from lower divisions. Some of the notable teams that have qualified include MC Alger, JS Saoura, and ES Sétif from Ligue 1, and JSM Béjaïa and MO Béjaïa from Ligue 2. The teams will be competing for a spot in the next round and a chance to lift the trophy.

The draw for the 32nd and 16th finals will be an important event, as it will determine the match-ups for the next round. The ceremony will take place on December 10 and will be attended by representatives from the qualified teams. The draw will be conducted in a transparent and fair manner to ensure that all teams have an equal chance of progressing to the next round.

The Algerian Cup is one of the most popular football competitions in Algeria, with a rich history and a large following. The competition has been won by several teams over the years, including CR Belouizdad, who are the current champions. This year's competition promises to be exciting, with several top teams competing for the trophy.

The teams that have qualified for the 32nd finals come from various divisions, including Ligue 1, Ligue 2, Division Nationale Amateur, Ligue Inter-Régions, Régionale 1, and Régionale 2. Some of the teams that have qualified from lower divisions include USM Khenchela, IB Lakhdaria, and CRB Houari-Boumediene. These teams will be looking to cause an upset and progress to the next round.

The Algerian Football Federation has confirmed that the 32nd finals will take place on December 21, 22, and 23. The exact schedule and match-ups will be determined after the draw on December 10. Football fans in Algeria are eagerly awaiting the start of the competition and are looking forward to seeing their favorite teams in action.

The Algerian Cup is an important competition for Algerian football, providing a platform for teams to compete and develop their skills. The competition also provides an opportunity for young players to showcase their talents and potentially earn a call-up to the national team. The 32nd finals promise to be an exciting and competitive event, with several teams vying for a spot in the next round.

Key points

  • The 32nd finals of the Algerian Cup will take place from December 21 to 23.
  • A total of 64 clubs have qualified for the 32nd finals, including teams from Ligue 1, Ligue 2, and lower divisions.
  • The draw for the 32nd and 16th finals will take place on December 10 at the Ecole supérieure d'hôtellerie et de restauration d'Aïn Bénian in Algiers.

Share this story

Written by

SaharaWire Newsroom
SaharaWire

Reporting for SaharaWire from the Nairobi bureau.